“Put on then, as God’s chosen ones, holy and beloved, compassionate hearts, kindness, humility, meekness, and patience, bearing with one another and, if one has a complaint against another, forgiving each other; as the Lord has forgiven you, so you also must forgive.” (Colossians 3:12–13, ESV) One thing I have learned is I’m not perfect. I’ve made my share of mistakes. I need … [Read more...] about 40 Things NOT to Give up for Lent: 24.Grace
Grace
Giving up Self-sufficiency
Get the Book Join the Mailing List Maundy Thursday Scripture Verses Matthew 26:14–75 Questions to Consider Why do we have difficulty asking for help? What is wrong with not asking for help? What is the proper way to ask for help? From others? From God? How does God offer us help? Plan of Action Ask for help. Find a prayer partner. Ask them to pray for you … [Read more...] about Giving up Self-sufficiency
Giving up Entitlement
Get the Book Join the Mailing List Week 2: Wednesday Scripture Verses Mark 10:35–45 Romans 6:20–23 Ephesians 2:1–10 Questions to Consider What does God owe you? What does the world owe you? Why should we be thankful that God does not give to us according to what we are entitled? Have you ever been angry with God for not giving you what you wanted? How … [Read more...] about Giving up Entitlement