Mastodawn

Reading this just as I'm re-reading Ephesians for Lent carries a note of harmony. In Ephesians, Saint Paul says it's not just enough to stop sinful behavior, one needs to counterbalance that behavior with something that benefits others. "The thief must now work to have something to share."

My view of #Christianity is that we have to offer a counter-narrative. That's what #repentance is all about.

https://flipboard.com/@newyorktimes/opinion-3eu4n9eez/-/a-QLGdXuqySjOE0lKQXP5RQw%3Aa%3A3195393-%2F0

This Is No Way to Stop the World’s Trumps

France is still in shock. The ruling last week that Marine Le Pen’s National Rally misused millions of euros in European Parliament funds has upended the country’s politics. As Ms. Le Pen was quick to say, her polling position made her the favorite to win the next presidential election in 2027. The …

The New York Times - By David Broder

Brenda Walsh Apr 8

Today's Daily Scripture Picture: Inner Sacrifice
Psalm 51:17 – “A broken spirit is my sacrifice, God. You won’t despise a heart, that is broken and crushed.”

#scripture #bibleverse #heartbreak #broken #spirit #crushed #repentance #remorse #sacrifice

Alive in Christ Apr 8

We explore the profound message in the Parable of the Prodigal Son. Discover how selfishness and pride contrast with the call for repentance and love. Reflect on true humility and the joy of returning to grace. #ProdigalSon #ParableLessons #HumilityMatters #FaithJourney #SpiritualGrowth #JesusTeachings #Repentance #BibleStudy #ChristianFaith #PrideVsHumility

Alive in Christ Apr 8

Discover the profound message Jesus shared with the Pharisees and His disciples. Embrace true repentance and learn how turning towards Christ brings joy in heaven. Join us in exploring this transformative journey. #Repentance #KingdomOfHeaven #JesusTeaching #FaithTransformation #SpiritualJourney #TrueMessage #ChristianityExplained #HeavenlyJoy #Discipleship #JohnTheBaptist

Alive in Christ Apr 5

Discover the powerful message of repentance and God's unwavering love in the story of the Prodigal Son. We explore how God's grace embraces us, regardless of our mistakes, reminding us to return to Him with open hearts. Embrace the blessing of being found! #GodsLove #ProdigalSon #Grace #Repentance #FaithJourney #SpiritualGrowth #Christianity #BibleStories #UnconditionalLove #Hope

Brenda Walsh Apr 3

Today's Audio Daily Devotional: Father, Forgive Me
Bible Texts:
- Matthew 1:21
- Mark 11:25
- 1 John 1:9
- Isaiah 55:7
- Proverbs 28:13

#devotion #audio #daily #confession #forgiveness #prayer #grace #sincere #repentance #honesty #choice #change #sin #weak

Brenda Walsh Apr 3

"God wants us to confess & ask forgiveness for our sins with a sincere & repentant heart. Then He expects us to turn away from those sins & stop doing them - through the grace of God, it's possible." - Brenda Walsh

#quote #confession #forgiveness #sincere #repentance #sin #grace

Alive in Christ Apr 3

Discover the joyous love of God as we explore three powerful parables highlighting the celebration of a lost sinner's return. Experience the transformative impact of repentance and the profound forgiveness that awaits us all. #Repentance #LostAndFound #GodsLove #Parables #FaithJourney #SpiritualGrowth #JoyfulReturn #ChristianFaith #Forgiveness #CelebrateLife

Phanuel Mar 31

A blessed Lenten season to you all ♥️

Joel 2:12-13
Come back to me with all your heart, fasting, weeping, mourning. Let your hearts be broken, not your garments torn, turn to the Lord your God again, for he is all tenderness and compassion, slow to anger, rich in graciousness, and ready to relent.

#Lent #easteriscoming #repentance #prayer #faith #God

Alive in Christ Mar 31

We explore two significant stories where Jesus confronts the notion of sin and justice. Discover why He emphasizes the need for repentance, reminding us that we are all in need of grace, regardless of our circumstances. Dive deep into this profound teaching! #JesusTeaching #Repentance #DivineJustice #BiblicalStories #FaithJourney #SpiritualInsight #GospelTruth #ChristianFaith #UnderstandingScripture #EndTimes