Forgive-Forget

“If we confess our sins, He is faithful and righteous to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.” I John 1:9

“And Peter said to them, ‘Repent, and let each of you be baptised in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins; and you shall receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.” Acts 2:38

“’And forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors.  And do not lead us into temptation, but deliver us from evil.  {For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever, Amen.}  But if you do not forgive men, then your Father will not forgive your transgressions.’”Matthew 6:12-15

“Scripture is clear that we need to confess our sins and repent of them before God, and we must extend the same forgiveness towards others that we anticipate God will show toward us.  I cannot receive forgiveness from God, whilst refusing to forgive someone else.”*

When we eventually kneel at the cross and offer our lives, such as they are to the Father, we come “without one plea” helpless and dependent on Christ’s payment offered in grace to us as a gift...we are forgiven. 

As the Holy Spirit takes up residence in our life, we feel Him as He convicts us of any stubborn unforgiveness we bear toward others.  So we offer this to Him and ask Him to give us the strength to forgive those who have wronged us.  As we do, we also realise that forgiving is not the same as forgetting.  Remembering an abuse, for instance, may help us protect ourselves in the future, yet we can forgive when we remember how much He forgave us!

Take care with love, especially His!  Your servant and friend in Christ, Darlene  

PS:  ANY PRAYER UPDATES TODAY?  I need more of you to send updates please!  For any of you who wonder if prayer is worth taking time for, just page back through previous entries and see the hand of our loving Father in action! 

NEW PRAYER REQUESTS:  Tomorrow is ANZAC Day – remember those who sacrificed and still sacrifice for the freedom of others.  Kent’s mother is growing stronger after her surgery and is smiling.  The cancer has spread but she is better for now.  Kent asked me to express his thanks to you for your prayers!  Paul NS is in hospital again.  Adrian’s pain meds are still not working well.

PRAISE & THANKSGIVING:  God has found a wonderful place for Adrian to live and even though his health is not good, at least now he will be able to sleep and rest when needed – he’s moving this weekend!  Blacky has found a work-study program in his country and is very thankful!  Randy, who we’ve been praying for a long time, has found God’s blessings overflowing him with a new role!  The Lord provides just enough and just in time!

PRAY FOR THOSE WITH HEALTH CONCERNS:  Tim, my little brother, feeling stronger but needs financial help, especially with no health insurance.  Pray he secures a disability pension.   For Michael C, with his own health concerns & for his wife, Diane, as his mother is fading away with Alzheimer’s and ill health.  David still needs prayer for his health, but is doing better.  For Adrian, who is recovering from a serious illness and needs a peaceful place to live as he recovers.  Steve Barns for relief from great pain and depression. 

For a solution for Audley and Beverly (a stroke survivor who is unable to be left alone for long.  This limits Audley’s ability to travel for work).  Tim B with headaches, that their doctors will OK a new procedure for relief.  For Carlton.  Gwen (13 year old) -- headaches and attitude toward her mom. 

Deb, special friend with multiple Myeloma (please see her blog at this LINK. (http://debdarley.blogspot.com/ )  Wisdom for doctors caring for Tim, Doris, David, Poetry and Gary, Annette’s friend Sue.

ONGOING PRAYER REQUESTS:  Deborah and her son Michael, recovering from the loss of her mother to cancer and her father to suicide.  Cucuawe is recovering from the loss of his 17-year old daughter and his father-in-law to cancer.  Galdor recovering from the loss of his mother and he needs to focus on securing a new job.  Please pray for Deepak as he struggles through some challenges.  For Reg and his ministry, that the Lord would bless him in unexpected ways. 

For Roger as he considers options for a pledge of heart.  Adam who is becoming involved with a cult that is filling many unmet needs.  Scott, for strength as he struggles and grows.  For David K, that his path forward is filled with faith.  Isaias (health, strength and family safety as he continues his mission work in Philippines); God’s grace on USA & REVIVAL for His children there.  For Kevin (Godly wisdom with his son), Michael. 

PRAY FOR THE WORLD:  For those still affected by the many natural, financial and political disasters in the past year.  For the rest of the world to stay calm with regard to war, the economy and most of all for those who are believers, to pray and help others have peace during this time. 

ONGOING JOB RELATED: That Tim might find satisfying work.  Paul K who resigned from his job and is setting up a consultancy.

NOTE:  (I will be sending a separate email asking your opinion about publishing on Kindle soon.  It would be very helpful to hear from you in response, please.))
 

*Christ For Real by Charles Price