By Tammy Darling Women have a tendency to compete with each other on a much greater level than any of us realize. It’s become so ingrained in us and so socially acceptable that, for the most part, we don’t even realize that we’re doing it. Comparing appearance, job status, relationship status, parenting style, and possessions—it […]
The Price of Forgiveness
By David Faust Have you ever struggled to forgive someone? Do you find it hard to let go of anger and bitterness? How can you keep from resenting someone who bullied, slandered, ignored, or cheated you? Heroes of mercy described in the Bible showed such amazing grace to others that I find it hard to […]
The Lesson & Life for February 21, 2016
Devotional thoughts on Leviticus 16:11-19 By Daryl Reed There are several things we all have in common. Here are two: We all have sinned (Romans 3:23). We all have struggled with guilt that results from sin (John 8:7; Hebrews 10:2). Dealing with Guilt As a young believer I carried in my heart an inordinate amount […]
Hello
By Kelly Carr, Editor See that woman across the way? No one is talking to her. Why not go over and start a conversation? I know you’re intimidated. But don’t let her looks fool you. She’s likely just as intimidated by you. She may seem tough, but she’s trying not to appear vulnerable. She’s got […]
Where You Live—Questions and Answers for Small Groups, February 21, 2016
By Mike Mack 1. On a scale of 1-10, how much of a perfectionist are you? What evidence can you give for your self-evaluation? Read Leviticus 16:11-19. 2. One definition for atonement is “reparation for an offense or injury.” How is that the same as and different from forgiveness? 3. What words in this passage […]
