The sermon explores the profound difficulty and necessity of forgiveness in healing broken relationships, particularly within marriage. Using personal anecdotes and the biblical narrative of Joseph and his brothers from Genesis, the speaker illustrates how betrayal causes deep wounds that can fester if not addressed through genuine repentance and divine love. The message emphasizes that while human effort often fails to restore trust, God's love provides the supernatural strength required for both the offender to take accountability and the offended to release bitterness. Ultimately, the preacher calls the congregation to examine their hearts, reject retaliation, and embrace the grace that transforms pain into restoration.

The sermon addresses the common issue of losing emotional and spiritual connection in long-term marriages, urging couples to realign their priorities by seeking God first. It emphasizes that placing undue expectations on a spouse for fulfillment leads to disappointment, whereas focusing on Christ restores the ability to love selflessly. Drawing from Revelation 2, the message outlines a three-step process for restoration: remembering past devotion, repenting of hardened attitudes, and repeating former acts of affection. The preacher encourages believers to abandon bitterness and 'archaeological' digging into past wrongs in favor of radical forgiveness and humility. Ultimately, the central theme is that renewing one's relationship with God is the essential foundation for healing and revitalizing marital bonds.

This is the account of David's return after the defeat of Absalom's rebellion. It begins with a subordinate (Joab) giving his superior (King David) an ultimatum and direct order! David responds by giving Joab's command to the treasonous Amasa! And that sets up a clash for the next chapter. We also see peaceful, gracious response (temporarily) of David toward Shimei, the reconciliation with Mephibosheth and David's mercy toward Ziba who LIED about Mephibosheth. And we meet the old man Barzillai... Also Reference: Ecclesiastes 3:1 & 3, (2 Samuel 16:1-4), (Jeremiah 7), (Ezekiel 27), (2 Samuel 21:7-8) Romans 5:1-2 https://bbfohio.com

In Colossians 3:12–14, we are reminded that our new identity in Christ calls for a new way of living. As God's chosen, holy, and beloved people, we are to clothe ourselves each day with the character of Christ—compassion, kindness, humility, meekness, and patience. These gospel virtues are not merely attitudes but essential garments that enable us to bear with one another, forgive one another, and live together in genuine Christian community. Above them all, we are to put on love, which binds everything together in perfect harmony. The unity of the church is not produced by personalities or preferences but by believers daily putting on Christ and displaying His character toward one another.

This Bible Study examines Peter's address in Acts 3, emphasizing the call to repentance and return to God for the forgiveness of sins. It highlights how Jesus fulfills Old Testament prophecies regarding His suffering and the future restoration of all things. The message underscores that salvation is available first to the Jewish people and then to all nations through faith in Christ alone. It contrasts the religious leaders' rejection of the resurrection with the widespread belief among the crowd who heard the gospel. Ultimately, the text affirms that Jesus is the only mediator who opens the way for everyone to approach God directly.

John 14:27 "Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid."

A brief bit of encouragement for the journey from God's Word. Today's Scripture reading: 1 Samuel 25 To support this devotional ministry: https://faithbaptiststerling.com/give/ Music: "Awaken the Dawn" by Stanton Lanierhttps://www.stantonlanier.com CCLI #20109360

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A new MP3 sermon from Audiobooks by Horatius Bonar is now available on SermonAudio with the following details:

Title: 26 - Forgiveness Through the Name of Jesus

Subtitle: Light and Truth - Vol 3

Speaker: Horatius Bonar

Broadcaster: Audiobooks by Horatius Bonar

Event: Audiobook

Date: 1/26/1800

Bible: Acts 10:43

Length: 7 min.

A new MP3 sermon from Audiobooks by Horatius Bonar is now available on SermonAudio with the following details:

Title: 29 - Forgiveness Through the One Name

Subtitle: Light and Truth - Vol 3

Speaker: Horatius Bonar

Broadcaster: Audiobooks by Horatius Bonar

Event: Audiobook

Date: 1/29/1800

Bible: Acts 13:38,39

Length: 7 min.