Thursday, February 12, 2009

Forgiveness begets forgiveness

" Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy" Matthew 6:14-15

"You must be merciful, as your Father is merciful. Don't judge other people and you will not be judged yourselves. Don't condemn and you will not be condemned. Forgive others and people will forgive you. Luke 6:36-37 (NIV)



( The Message) Luke 37-38"Don't pick on people, jump on their failures, criticize their faults— unless, of course, you want the same treatment. Don't condemn those who are down; that hardness can boomerang. Be easy on people; you'll find life a lot easier. Give away your life; you'll find life given back, but not merely given back—given back with bonus and blessing. Giving, not getting, is the way. Generosity begets generosity."


Lord, just as you have taught me. I will obey your ways. Let me response and not react. My identity is in you. Let me know be tested beyond what I can bear but Father, bring me into a deeper level with you. Loving and trusting in you.

Lov,
Your beloved

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