PM#0358 Forgiveness and Mercy Acts 7 vs 54-60
PM#0358
Forgiveness and Mercy
Act 7:54-60
Steven had a heart of forgiveness and mercy. This came from his being changed by the Love
of Christ.
Our normal response when we view evil is to view the one
committing it as evil and unforgiveable.
When we make that kind of judgment, it actually empowers the other
person to have the power to condemn us.
None of us like that to happen.
On the other hand, acting in forgiveness frees us and also
helps us to accept accountability for our choices that may have contributed to
evil. Forgiveness then can allow us to
submit to the healing brought by the Holy Spirit of God to us when we have been
wronged.
God’s Love will not isolate us from trials and suffering,
but it will guide us and help us.
Father, thank you, that you can guide us and help us to
forgive others. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
Reflection Questions:
We all have deep emotions to
deal with when we are faced with danger.
What do you think helped Steven with his emotions to forgive?
Why does forgiveness free us?
How does forgiveness help us
submit to the Holy Spirit of God?
Can Forgiveness make a difference when we pray?
Can Forgiveness make a difference when we pray?
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