Romans 5:8 Grace is a foreign concept to us because the world doesn’t operate based on grace. It trends towards criticism and judgment. Grace says, “I forgive you...I accept you as you are...I value you.”

We Don't Get Grace

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Ephesians 4:32 Chuck Swindoll has four suggestions to help us avoid feeling offended and they’re all rooted in the same concept. By shifting our perspective from horizontal (focusing on ourselves) to the vertical (focusing on God) we also avoid bitterness.

Four Ways to Avoid Feeling Offended

Psalms 32:5 God doesn’t expect us to live perfect lives, but He does expect obedience. This means when wrong comes our way we deal with it.

Dealing With Sin

Galatians 5:13 Life is all about relating to others in love, forgiveness, and grace. We need each other.

Building Into Each Other

Job 4:3-4 Men are especially vulnerable to temptation in times of stress. A wife’s emotional support is critical and these times. Husbands need the wisdom, perspective, and spiritual strength of their spouses.

Advice from Mars to Venus

Romans 8:31 When something unfair happens ask God to take charge. Ask Him for the grace to stay calm, to control your emotions, and to be Lord over the situation.

We Don't Get Grace

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