In this life, some things simply cannot be undone. Accepting this goes a long way towards finding peace with God - who not only forgives what cannot be undone, but who gives more grace to us in our weakness. This message is becoming more and more important as the fall out from … [Read more...] about Undone
Repentance
Ezra #10 – Doing Repentance
Ezra was an Israelite, but he was also a government official. Now, here he is, throwing sophistication and decorum to the wind as he mourns the sins of his people. All of this has brought a crowd of sympathisers into the arena. Men, women and children were gathering to share in … [Read more...] about Ezra #10 – Doing Repentance
Freedom and Repentance
Repentance is central to biblical faith. It brings a man into contact with God, friendship with Jesus and true freedom of conscience. Repentance brings refreshment to the soul and delivers us from slavery. Repentance is turning away from sin in order to lay hold of holiness. … [Read more...] about Freedom and Repentance
Jesus, Repentance or Rage
It was the feast of dedication (Hanukkah) and Jesus was walking around the temple. The people were asking, "If you are the Christ, tell us plainly" (John 10:22). Jesus replied that He had told them and that the works He had done in His Father's name were the evidence, but they … [Read more...] about Jesus, Repentance or Rage