Today’s episode is packed! First, I walk you through some practical, research-backed thoughts on forgiveness and grace. Then I invite you into a conversation I had with none other than Max Lucado about how God’s forgiveness and grace played out in his own life. Here's what we cover:

1. The difference between grace & forgiveness (2:20)

2. Personality type & forgiveness (7:11)

3. 3 types of forgiveness (11:03)

4. How to forgive (15:15)

5. Max’s personal story of grace (23:28)

6. Clear words of wisdom about toxicity (37:38)

Check out Max Lucado's new book, God Never Gives Up On You: What Jacob's Story Teaches Us about Grace, Mercy, and God's Relentless Love

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