Being merciful is a key attribute of God that allows humanity to continue existing despite sins. The Lord calls us to a life of mercy in order to attract mercy for ourselves. To be merciful means having compassion for those in serious need and acting to alleviate their suffering, as seen in Jesus' healing and teaching. It is important to be merciful because we will reap what we sow - exercising mercy will lead to others and God showing us mercy. Additionally, being merciful calls us to forgive others more often and consider the poor. A true Christian exhibits mercy in their treatment of others.
Despite our sin, God has continued to show all mankind His kindness, especially in providing salvation in Jesus Christ. God’s kindness is not without purpose, it is meant to lead us to repentance. We too must demonstrate kindness in every aspect of our lives.
Forgiving One Another | RCCG., Living Faith KasselRCCG Kassel
And be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ's sake hath forgiven you.
•“To err is man…”
•Forgiveness means to pardon, to wave punishment for offence (Matt 18:25-27)
•It is the letting go of negative feelings and attitude towards the offender
•It constitutes the foundation of Christianity
•There are no numerical limits
Pastor David Schmidt - 19 July 2009, 1/4
How are your relationships going? Are you experiencing any pain or stress or struggles? Are any of your relationships under stress?
We all find ourselves in those situations from time to time and none of us like to be there. But how do we move beyond that to find healing and wholeness in our relationships?
"Axing the Root of Bitterness" from Hebrews 12:12-15.
I'm convinced that most of us, at one time or another, have had someone that we have fallen out with. There have been times when anger has filled our hearts, & we felt that we would never be able to forgive & forget.
Maybe it was a brother or sister, a parent, someone at school, a business partner, a neighbor, or simply an acquaintance.
I don't know how many times I have had to ask for forgiveness, or that I have been forgiven. But there is nothing that will take the load off, nothing that will help you more, than the burden of bitterness being taken off of your heart. As someone has said, "To forgive is to live."
Jesus teaches us, "To fail to forgive is to block the flow of God's blessings." Jesus said in Matthew 18:35 "This is how my heavenly Father will treat each of you unless you forgive your brother from your heart."
When there is harshness, resentment, a spirit of retaliation or bitterness, this attitude becomes a dam, an obstacle to the grace of God so that it just simply cannot flow through our hearts.
Where there is bitterness and hatred , there is "No place for Grace"
bitterness, #forgiveness, #keithstonehart, #fultondalechurchofchrist
Despite our sin, God has continued to show all mankind His kindness, especially in providing salvation in Jesus Christ. God’s kindness is not without purpose, it is meant to lead us to repentance. We too must demonstrate kindness in every aspect of our lives.
Forgiving One Another | RCCG., Living Faith KasselRCCG Kassel
And be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ's sake hath forgiven you.
•“To err is man…”
•Forgiveness means to pardon, to wave punishment for offence (Matt 18:25-27)
•It is the letting go of negative feelings and attitude towards the offender
•It constitutes the foundation of Christianity
•There are no numerical limits
Pastor David Schmidt - 19 July 2009, 1/4
How are your relationships going? Are you experiencing any pain or stress or struggles? Are any of your relationships under stress?
We all find ourselves in those situations from time to time and none of us like to be there. But how do we move beyond that to find healing and wholeness in our relationships?
"Axing the Root of Bitterness" from Hebrews 12:12-15.
I'm convinced that most of us, at one time or another, have had someone that we have fallen out with. There have been times when anger has filled our hearts, & we felt that we would never be able to forgive & forget.
Maybe it was a brother or sister, a parent, someone at school, a business partner, a neighbor, or simply an acquaintance.
I don't know how many times I have had to ask for forgiveness, or that I have been forgiven. But there is nothing that will take the load off, nothing that will help you more, than the burden of bitterness being taken off of your heart. As someone has said, "To forgive is to live."
Jesus teaches us, "To fail to forgive is to block the flow of God's blessings." Jesus said in Matthew 18:35 "This is how my heavenly Father will treat each of you unless you forgive your brother from your heart."
When there is harshness, resentment, a spirit of retaliation or bitterness, this attitude becomes a dam, an obstacle to the grace of God so that it just simply cannot flow through our hearts.
Where there is bitterness and hatred , there is "No place for Grace"
bitterness, #forgiveness, #keithstonehart, #fultondalechurchofchrist
True, we're not perfect, but we are suppose to strive for it (Matt. 5:48). So, how do Christians, who still live in the flesh and awaiting to be translated into perfection, live? It starts with the heart.
1 Thess. 5:16 commands that we should "Rejoice Evermore." Being joyous is directly related to how we perceive the circumstances surrounding us. No matter what happens - good or bad - we must see everything as the will of God and continue to give Him thanks always. This is the secret of being joyous.
Read the slides for more.
We're halfway through the ten-week series of lessons on "The Heart of the Matter", an adult Bible class led by Kelly Campbell at Highland Heights in Smyrna, TN.
Forgiveness in the Bible is a “release” or a “dismissal” of something. The forgiveness we have in Christ involves the release of sinners from God’s just penalty and the complete dismissal of all charges against us (Romans 8:1).
This is the final collection of writings dealing with the fruits of the Spirit found in Gal. 5:22-23. It deals more with verse 23 than the other volumes.
True, we're not perfect, but we are suppose to strive for it (Matt. 5:48). So, how do Christians, who still live in the flesh and awaiting to be translated into perfection, live? It starts with the heart.
1 Thess. 5:16 commands that we should "Rejoice Evermore." Being joyous is directly related to how we perceive the circumstances surrounding us. No matter what happens - good or bad - we must see everything as the will of God and continue to give Him thanks always. This is the secret of being joyous.
Read the slides for more.
We're halfway through the ten-week series of lessons on "The Heart of the Matter", an adult Bible class led by Kelly Campbell at Highland Heights in Smyrna, TN.
Forgiveness in the Bible is a “release” or a “dismissal” of something. The forgiveness we have in Christ involves the release of sinners from God’s just penalty and the complete dismissal of all charges against us (Romans 8:1).
This is the final collection of writings dealing with the fruits of the Spirit found in Gal. 5:22-23. It deals more with verse 23 than the other volumes.
Based on Respectable Sins by Jerry Bridges, this lesson discusses the end results of anger. Bitterness, resentment, enmity, hostility, and grudges are all addressed.
This is a collection of writings dealing with the spiritual gift of mercy by which some believers are motivated to be unusually caring for the needs of others in their suffering and problems.
Forgiveness is the key to most of the spiritual problems we face as Christians. God's love within us presses us to forgive others without conditions. unforgiving spirit is always restless and have no peace within. Be a forgiver Be in freedom! Be Blessed!
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In Jude 17-23 Jude shifts from piling up examples of false teachers from the Old Testament to a series of practical exhortations that flow from apostolic instruction. He preserves for us what may well have been part of the apostolic catechism for the first generation of Christ-followers. In these instructions Jude exhorts the believer to deal with 3 different groups of people: scoffers who are "devoid of the Spirit", believers who have come under the influence of scoffers and believers who are so entrenched in false teaching that they need rescue and pose some real spiritual risk for the rescuer. In all of this Jude emphasizes Jesus' call to rescue straying sheep, leaving the 99 safely behind and pursuing the 1.
Exploring the Mindfulness Understanding Its Benefits.pptxMartaLoveguard
Slide 1: Title: Exploring the Mindfulness: Understanding Its Benefits
Slide 2: Introduction to Mindfulness
Mindfulness, defined as the conscious, non-judgmental observation of the present moment, has deep roots in Buddhist meditation practice but has gained significant popularity in the Western world in recent years. In today's society, filled with distractions and constant stimuli, mindfulness offers a valuable tool for regaining inner peace and reconnecting with our true selves. By cultivating mindfulness, we can develop a heightened awareness of our thoughts, feelings, and surroundings, leading to a greater sense of clarity and presence in our daily lives.
Slide 3: Benefits of Mindfulness for Mental Well-being
Practicing mindfulness can help reduce stress and anxiety levels, improving overall quality of life.
Mindfulness increases awareness of our emotions and teaches us to manage them better, leading to improved mood.
Regular mindfulness practice can improve our ability to concentrate and focus our attention on the present moment.
Slide 4: Benefits of Mindfulness for Physical Health
Research has shown that practicing mindfulness can contribute to lowering blood pressure, which is beneficial for heart health.
Regular meditation and mindfulness practice can strengthen the immune system, aiding the body in fighting infections.
Mindfulness may help reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes and obesity by reducing stress and improving overall lifestyle habits.
Slide 5: Impact of Mindfulness on Relationships
Mindfulness can help us better understand others and improve communication, leading to healthier relationships.
By focusing on the present moment and being fully attentive, mindfulness helps build stronger and more authentic connections with others.
Mindfulness teaches us how to be present for others in difficult times, leading to increased compassion and understanding.
Slide 6: Mindfulness Techniques and Practices
Focusing on the breath and mindful breathing can be a simple way to enter a state of mindfulness.
Body scan meditation involves focusing on different parts of the body, paying attention to any sensations and feelings.
Practicing mindful walking and eating involves consciously focusing on each step or bite, with full attention to sensory experiences.
Slide 7: Incorporating Mindfulness into Daily Life
You can practice mindfulness in everyday activities such as washing dishes or taking a walk in the park.
Adding mindfulness practice to daily routines can help increase awareness and presence.
Mindfulness helps us become more aware of our needs and better manage our time, leading to balance and harmony in life.
Slide 8: Summary: Embracing Mindfulness for Full Living
Mindfulness can bring numerous benefits for physical and mental health.
Regular mindfulness practice can help achieve a fuller and more satisfying life.
Mindfulness has the power to change our perspective and way of perceiving the world, leading to deeper se
What Should be the Christian View of Anime?Joe Muraguri
We will learn what Anime is and see what a Christian should consider before watching anime movies? We will also learn a little bit of Shintoism religion and hentai (the craze of internet pornography today).
The Chakra System in our body - A Portal to Interdimensional Consciousness.pptxBharat Technology
each chakra is studied in greater detail, several steps have been included to
strengthen your personal intention to open each chakra more fully. These are designed
to draw forth the highest benefit for your spiritual growth.
The PBHP DYC ~ Reflections on The Dhamma (English).pptxOH TEIK BIN
A PowerPoint Presentation based on the Dhamma Reflections for the PBHP DYC for the years 1993 – 2012. To motivate and inspire DYC members to keep on practicing the Dhamma and to do the meritorious deed of Dhammaduta work.
The texts are in English.
For the Video with audio narration, comments and texts in English, please check out the Link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zF2g_43NEa0
HANUMAN STORIES: TIMELESS TEACHINGS FOR TODAY’S WORLDLearnyoga
Hanuman Stories: Timeless Teachings for Today’s World" delves into the inspiring tales of Hanuman, highlighting lessons of devotion, strength, and selfless service that resonate in modern life. These stories illustrate how Hanuman's unwavering faith and courage can guide us through challenges and foster resilience. Through these timeless narratives, readers can find profound wisdom to apply in their daily lives.
The Book of Joshua is the sixth book in the Hebrew Bible and the Old Testament, and is the first book of the Deuteronomistic history, the story of Israel from the conquest of Canaan to the Babylonian exile.
Lesson 9 - Resisting Temptation Along the Way.pptxCelso Napoleon
Lesson 9 - Resisting Temptation Along the Way
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MAGAZINE: THE CAREER THAT IS PROPOSED TO US: The Path of Salvation, Holiness and Perseverance to Reach Heaven
Commentator: Pastor Osiel Gomes
Presentation: Missionary Celso Napoleon
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1. THE POWER OF BEING MERCIFUL
Being merciful is one of the key attributes of God. In fact it is that which keeps the world and
us in existence instead of being annihilated. The Lord’s mercy is the part of Him that allows us
to be alive irrespective of the multitude of sins that we perpetrate. In Deuteronomy 4:31 we are
told that the Lord is merciful and will not abandon or destroy us. Therefore mercy is the fruit
of divinity. Christ Jesus in Matthew 5:7 calls us to a life of mercy. He said blessed are the
merciful; for they shall obtain mercy. Therefore He tells us to be merciful in order to attract
mercy ourselves. Exhibiting a life of mercy will draw same to us. Be merciful to receive mercy
or don’t be merciful and attract the opposite.
But what is the meaning of being merciful? To be merciful is Greek eleemon and means to
have a feeling of pity, with a focus of showing compassion to those in serious need. This is the
aspect of God’s love that causes Him to help the miserable. We see this aspect of mercy
especially in the life of our Lord Jesus as He heals the sick, feed the hungry, raise the dead,
teach them etc. These acts grew out of his attitude of compassion and mercy. It is the ability to
enter into another’s world with all its misery to feel for that person and to act to alleviate their
misery. A perfect description of the act of showing mercy is the story of the Good Samaritan
who took in the injured man he did not know and cared for him in Luke 10.
2. And so why is it important for us to be merciful?
- You reap what you sow (Galatians 6:7). You sow mercy to reap mercy. When we
exercise mercy, others will treat us similarly and God Himself, who has already shown
us mercy in Christ, will show us even greater mercy.
- Mercy also calls us to exercise forgiveness more often. We must not live aloof and
detached from others and their plights.
- We must pity the ignorant and instruct them; the careless and warn them; those who are
in a state of sin and snatch them.
- Psalm 41:1 states, “Blessed is he who has regard for the weak; the LORD delivers him
in times of trouble. The LORD will protect him and preserve his life; he will bless him
in the land and not surrender him to the desire of his foes.” It is blessed to consider the
poor.
A true mark of a correct Christian is one who is merciful. It is a fruit that is unmissable about
someone who is truly saved. You cannot be a Christian and walk in judgment of others instead
of being merciful with them. You cannot be merciful and be stingy towards your neighbour in
need. You cannot be merciful and let someone go hungry. Today we have a church that is a
peel shadow of its first century state. We are more selfish, inward-looking and cares less of the
plight of others. In the early church the welfare of others was the concern of all. They sold their
belongings in other to aid one another. The point is that your riches does not consist in what
3. you possess but what you possess in others. How much of your wealth has translated into the
lives of others? That’s what matters most in this life and the next. It is not about how much you
own in material things but how much that wealth has been transferred into the lives of others.
It also means being more easily forgiving than unforgiving. It is one of the greatest outcome of
being merciful. Don’t hold on to offence but let it go. Ephesians 4:26 cautions us to not let the
sun go down on our wrath. We must reciprocate the kind gesture of the Father in forgiving us
of our sins whiles we were yet in sin (Romans 5:8). He did not hold us at bay but took the initial
steps towards us to seek reconciliation. Let us learn to exhibit the tendency of the Father. As
we do so God will let go of our own shortcomings.
One of the purest and most refined delights in this world is that of doing good. Acts 20:35 says
it is more blessed to give than to receive. In James 1:27 we are told that “Pure and undefiled
religion before our God and Father is this: to care for orphans and widows in their distress, and
to keep oneself from being polluted by the world.” It is sometimes a pity when you see
unbelievers show more love and care to others than the so-called believer. Personally I have
experienced more kindness from unbelievers than from believers. This is a pity. It is time
Christians became Christians and stop playing Christianity. We think we can be Christians by
mouth and not by heart. It is time to change that to exhibit true Christianity by living out what
we believe. Be merciful and you will be shown mercy. God bless you.
Prince Eric Opare