Sunday Words of Encouragement February 1, 2015

This morning we began a study of Romans in Sunday School. It is impressive that Paul introduces himself first as “a servant.” As we all should be.
We had a beautiful worship and prayer service. Pastor stopped the service to call people forward who were struggling to forgive from both the heart and head. There were several messages in tongues with interpretation. This is a message on Forgiveness:

I AM God Almighty! Are you not all sinners, falling short of the righteousness I created you to? No one is better than another. I gave my own beloved Son to shed His blood to cover your sin and redeem you. When you accept Him you accept the forgiveness that I promise. Your debt is paid; your sins are washed clean and forgotten.
How can you hold a grudge against your brother or sister? How do you dare such arrogance? If I can forgive you, should you not forgive them? Your failure to forgive only builds anger, bitterness and poison within yourself. It keeps you from peace. Let go the grudge; lay it down before me. I love you my children - unconditionally. I desire that you learn to share my love - unconditionally - to each other. Let me set you free and give you peace. Share in the Power of my Love.

Wow - I found this song that fits so beautifully!

(The inspiration for this song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n9J6xOT3Ldw)

A Verse for Today:
Colossians 3:13 NIV
Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.

Lord, I thank you for your awesome presence in our service this morning. I pray for healing (physically and spiritually) and stregnth for those on our prayer list and your children everywhere.