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29/11/2021

AICPV Monday devotion 29/11/2021
Text: Zechariah 1:1
Theme: God always remembers

Good morning and praise the Lord. It has been a journey on the theme of God remembers. We looked at Noah, Abraham, Nehemiah, the Israelites, Hannah and today we look at the life and message of Prophet Zechariah. There is no specific verse in this book that mentions ‘God remembers but his name and message means just that.
Does it matter what name I have or my children have or my grandchildren have? In the Hebrew culture, a name was significant because it spoke either of the present reality of the people or the future prophecy of the individual but most of all it was always attached to God’s doing. Zechariah means the ‘Lord remembers’. It came at a time when the people faced hard realities while in exile. They were suffering. They thought God had abandoned them. The naming of the prophet was yet another indication that God remembers his people no matter what they are going through in life
Zechariah’s ministry was also a ministry of hope to the hopeless. It was a ministry reminding the people that God is still firmly in charge of all of history. It was a ministry speaking of bright future full of God’s glory for the people whose lives were full of despair, worry, anxiety and hopelessness. Gleaning through the book, we can be encouraged by the following passages on the God who remembers his people.
a. God always remembers his promises to you- ‘The word of the LORD came to the prophet Zechariah son of Berekiah, the son of Iddo’- Zechariah 1:1-
b. God cares about you -‘I am very jealous for Jerusalem and Zion, 15 and I am very angry with the nations that feel secure’-. Zechariah 1:14-15
c. God will always be your protection and your glory- ‘And I myself will be a wall of fire around it,’ declares the LORD, ‘and I will be its glory within’- Zechariah 2:5
d. God dwells in you. He is Emanuel, God with us. You are not alone- ‘Shout and be glad, Daughter Zion. For I am coming, and I will live among you’- Zechariah 2:10
e. God forgives, cleanses, clothes and restores you- ‘See, I have taken away your sin, and I will put fine garments on you’- Zechariah 3:4
f. God will accomplish it for you but not with the numbers but by his Holy Spirit- ‘Not by might nor by power, but by my Spirit,’ says the LORD Almighty’- Zechariah 4:6
g. God cares about your humble, small beginnings, whatever you plan to do, just begin and it shall be well- ‘Who dares despise the day of small things’- Zechariah 4:10
h. God looks for your inner worship instead of your outward show- ‘Administer true justice; show mercy and compassion to one another. 10 Do not oppress the widow or the fatherless, the foreigner or the poor. Do not plot evil against each other’- Zechariah 7:9-10
i. God still has work to be done by you. Rise up to serve God with your gifts, talents and resources - ‘Let your hands be strong so that the temple may be built Zechariah 8:9
j. God is coming back as a conquering king. Let us obey and submit to him- ‘See, your king comes to you, righteous and victorious’- Zechariah 9:9
k. God will bring restoration upon all you have lost. God will do it now but ultimately on the day when Jesus comes back a second time for the church. Where will you be? – ‘I will strengthen Judah and save the tribes of Joseph. I will restore them because I have compassion on them- ’ Zechariah 10:6; ‘On that day HOLY TO THE LORD will be inscribed on’- Zechariah 14:20
Thank you all for your prayers and gifts of love as I proceeds on my annual leave. Have a merry Christmas and happy new year 2022. God bless you
Rev Ng’uono

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28/11/2021

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Theme: Forgiveness, Reconciliation and Restoration: An exposition of the book of Philemon
Topic: Restitution: The price for Forgiveness, Reconciliation and Restoration
Text: Philemon Vs.17-25; Ref: Exo 22:1-15; Lev 6:1-7; Luke 19:7-9; Rom 13:7-8
Rev. Simeon Adera Ng’uono
Password: Difficult but Paid
Introduction
Forgiveness involves sacrifice. It is an expensive process but it has been paid for by Jesus Christ 2 Cor 5:21. In the same way, those who arbitrate, receive and dispense forgiveness must be people who are willing to make a sacrifice. Yes, we have to give up something in order to forgive and be forgiven. We have to let go of the thing that stands between us and the example Christ has given us on forgiveness. It may be something we hold in greater value, our time, our materials, our pride, our name, our brand, our sense of justice, or even our desire for revenge. Unless you are willing to pay the price, it will not be possible to forgive those who have hurt you in life. This is where restitution comes in.
I. Understanding Restitution
The Apostle Paul introduces a new concept to forgiveness when he says, ‘charge it to my account’. While Onesimus had repented, there was a price to be paid. It is called Restitution. Paul’s view of restitution is consistent with biblical teachings in Exodus 22:1-15; Leviticus 6:1-7; It is also sanctioned by Jesus during the visit to Zacchaeus home Luke 19:7-8, ‘if I have cheated anybody, I will pay four times’ and Paul talks about it in Romans 13:7-8.
Restitution can be defined as compensation or payment or recovery or replacement or reimbursement or recompense for injury, loss or wrong committed. It can further mean “material and social repayment made as acknowledgement by an offending party to an aggrieved party for wrong(s) done in order to repair the injuries, losses and/or disadvantages caused by the wrong.” The goal of restitution is threefold:
• Acknowledgement of the wrongs done
• Payment for the wrongs done
• Closure for both parties.
Restitutive justice was a part of moral and social laws in many African communities. Offenders were usually fined for wrongs against gods, individuals or the community.
Today restitutive justice is part of social justice system such as: historical injustices; land-based injustices; MAU MAU victims; victims of slavery; victims of post-election violence; victims of colonization; victims of holocaust; victims of apartheid; schools burnt down; workman’s compensation.
Restitution can take numerous forms, including: affirmative action, individual monetary payments, scholarships, waiver of fees, apologies and acknowledgements of the injustices, token measures, such as naming a building or a road after someone, or the removal of monuments.
II. Biblical principles of restitution
Restitution has it roots in biblical teaching. The gospel is at the heart of restitutive justice because Jesus Christ became our propitiation for the sins in order to satisfy the wrath of God. Here are a few basic biblical teachings on restitutive justice:
a. Sin is both social and religious- Every sin against others is a breach against faith in God
Restitution was seen as a breach of faith against God because while the offenses were horizontal against fellow Israelites, they were seen to be vertical against God himself- Lev 6:2
b. Restitution largely deals with measurable property
 Deception about deposits or property left in one’s care.
 Stealing of money or property
 Oppressing, colonizing or enslaving people
 Cheating on standards of measurement or extortion
 Lying about lost property
 Swearing falsely or defamation

c. The additional value added was meant to compensate lost time and opportunity
Every opportunity has a cost attached to it. Opportunity costs represent the potential benefits an individual, community, investor, or business misses out on when choosing one alternative over another. However, it also refers to a category of damages or compensation available when some wrong occurs such as a contractual breach, personal injury, negligence, misleading and deceptive conduct. The added value's aim is to place the injured/harmed/wronged party in the position they would have been in if the wrong did not occur.
d. Repentance must come before restitution
The offender is required to acknowledge the wrong done, show remorse, apologize and repent in order for the restitution to be acceptable. Therefore, restitution was and is only effective when it follows repentance.
e. Atonement is necessary for an effective restitution
Restitution was also made effective through atonement because the offender was required to bring a ram to the priest. The concept of restitution can only be complete when we look to Jesus Christ and his finished work on the cross as payment for our sins.
f. Justice anchored on mercy
While seeking restitution, we must not let our quest for justice surpass our need for grace. What we need is mercy. Only in the cross of Christ do we find the justice we think we want come and dance with the grace we take for granted—and this is the ultimate reparation between God and man.
III. Benefits of restitution
Paul moves on to point out some benefits we can experience when make our forgiveness, reconciliation and restoration actionable through restitution.
a. Strengthens social relationships, “If then you regard me a partner” One whom you have things in common with- Vs.17-19
b. Inculcates a spirit of soberness and humility- Vs 19 ‘You owe me yourself’
c. Inculcates a culture of taking responsibility, and accountability [Personal, Social, Religious, Legal, Moral or Political Responsibility], ‘Written with my own hands’ and ‘I will repay’Vs.20-22 and shared responsibility Vs22 ‘Through your prayers, I will be released’
d. Satisfies the heart with a sense of joy and accomplishment “let me benefit…refresh my heart”
e. Always effective because it is difficult to turn down the offer -Vs 21 ‘Confidence in your obedience…you will do more than I ask’
Conclusion: the practice of restitution justice
• Have you defrauded someone or damaged someone’s property and not replaced it? Have you borrowed another person’s belongings and not returned them?
• Have you embezzled money from your employer? Have you cheated on your tax returns whether individual or business?
• Have you displaced a widow or an orphan from their property or did you displace a family during election violence? moved any land boundary with your neighbor? Make an apology. Return the property.
• Have you been using the correct measuring standards for your goods? Is the Mark of quality genuine? Is the price tag on the item you are selling the correct one?
• Have you hurt somebody physically? Did break an item? Did you pay the bill?
• If you have been hurt by someone, how would you wish to be compensated? Express your expectation! If you cannot pay, approach somebody to pay on your behalf!
Forgiveness, reconciliation and restoration is difficult because it has a cost but it has been paid for. God bless you. Amen

22/11/2021

AICPV Monday Devotion- 22/11/2021
Text: 1 Samuel 1:19 ‘They rose early…. they worshipped the Lord…they returned…Elkanah knew his wife Hannah….and the Lord remembered her’
Theme: I am a witness: God will remembers!
Praise the Lord. It is another birthday for me today. Another year God has added me. The birthing of a life of hope full of destiny. That is why I say, I am a witness of God’s faithfulness as we continue with our devotional series on ‘God remembers’ by looking at the story of Hannah. She lived the rest of her life as a witness that God never forget his people, he remembers the. The story reminds us that we too can be witnesses of the faithfulness of God, that God remembers! It reminds us that God will remain faithful to his promises. I am a witness because:
1. God is in control of every situation of life you may be going through right now. Like the situation of Hannah, God allows us to undergo certain situations in life to reveal his providence and sovereignty over them [1:6]. Like Job 23:10, ‘He knows the way that I take, when he has tried me, I shall come out as gold’. God is not punishing you; God has not forgotten you; God understands; God loves you; He will fix it. Yes, Since God allowed your situation, it is only him who has the power to fix it. No alternative power can fix it; only God can fix it! I am a witness!
2. Know that some situation in life will hit you hard but God will still remember you. like Hannah’s situation, some things we go through in life can bring upon us ridicule and shame by people [1:6]; bitterness of heart and despair [1:10]; misunderstandings [1:14]. Level your head; be proactive; refuse victim mentality; refuse sympathy; renew your mind; don’t be caught off guard; don’t be surprised by their ridicule; the misunderstanding; their shaming your situation or body because now you know that every situation has negative impact on you! I am a witness!
3. Remain firm in your faith and trust in God. She fulfilled her obligation for the annual pilgrimage to Altar of the Lord at Shiloh [1:3]; She carried her burdens to the Lord in fervent prayer by praying from the bitterness of the heart [1:10]; she rose early and worshipped God [1:19a]. Faith in God can carry us on the wings of an Eagle through and above the dark storms of life. Trust in God is the sure anchor helping us to chart a steady path through the stormy waters in life. Worshiping God is the canopy and shelter that can shield us from the winds and heart of the deserts of life [Ps 91:1]. I am a witness!
4. Undertake your human responsibility. Like in the case of Hannah when her husband fulfilled his duty as husband, there are also situations in our lives which calls for our due diligence, hardworking and fulfilling our duty. God doesn’t just act out of context, God gives us the privilege to be partners with him in achieving the destiny he has called us into. Evaluate your situation; ask yourself what you need to do; see a doctor; see a counselor; see a financial expert; see a legal expert; see a spiritual leader; make some savings; apply for some jobs; do a side job; I am a witness!
5. Fulfilled the vow you make to God when He remembers you. like Hannah, many of us make vows to God when we are in desperate situations of life whether it is a sickness; unemployment; a conflict; a breakup; a failure; a loss [1:11]. But for her, she fulfilled her vow by giving Samuel to the Lord for service [1:22-24]. We must learn, develop and practice the habit of fulfilling our vows to the Lord. Remember Eccl 5:1-4,’ Fulfil your vow’. God has remembered you lately, did you fulfil your vow? I am a witness!

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21/11/2021

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Theme: Forgiveness, Reconciliation, and Restoration
Topic: Benefits of Forgiveness, Reconciliation and Restoration- Part II
Text: Philemon Vs. 12-16
Password: Difficult but Beneficial
Quotes
The hardest thing in life is to forgive. But hate is self destructive. If you hate somebody you are not hurting the person, you are hurting yourself. Forgiveness is healing. Louise Zampareni, Don’t give up, Don’t give in
Forgiveness is the greatest pulpit anyone can stand on – Rev Ng’uono
A forgiven is the most powerfully anointed servant of God anyone can ever sit under for tutorial- Rev. Ng’uono
I. It gives an us an opportunity for ministry partnership Vs. 12-14
Forgiveness is a powerful extension of the gospel ministry because forgiveness, reconciliation and restoration is at the very heart of the gospel message according to 2 Cor 5:18, God reconciled us to himself through Christ and gave us the ministry of reconciliation. The persons involved in arbitration and the one involved in giving it and the individual involved in receiving it can form a powerful ministry partnership. The world around us; the people around us are longing for empathy, mercy and forgiveness. Even the worst of the people around us ; the wicked; the rebellious; the unfaithful spouse; the one who breaks our hearts; the run away son, all are longing for forgiveness. When you forgive, you are a partner in the ministry with God and the Pastors. You don’t necessarily have to stand on the pulpit to preach- just show it to your child; your parent; your spouse; your neighbour; your friend; your brother or sister; your colleagues and Paul shows how:
Onesimus was valuable to Paul’s gospel ministry in prison because he refers to the gospel ministry, he had with him as ‘my very heart…essential to me just as the heart is essential to the body, important without who my life cannot function well, who I wished to keep’.
Onesimus was now going to be valuable to Philemon’s extension of the gospel ministry to Paul which he could not accomplish because of distance - ‘so that on your behalf, he may minister to me in my imprisonment for the gospel’
a. An effective [good] gospel ministry partnership is anchored on mutuality and willingness on both sides- ‘but without your consent I did not want to do anything’. Forgiveness is difficult but beneficial.
The best thing that can ever happen to a person in this life is not having more wealth; more prosperity; more success; better health; more promotions; more titles; more anointing. It finding forgiveness in Jesus Christ and offering forgiving to those who hurt you. This is the most powerful pulpit/ public square in the entire world. This is Golgotha!
II. It gives us an opportunity to experience God’s providence Vs.15-16
The ministry of forgiveness, reconciliation and restoration should give us the bigger picture of God’s sovereign working of his redemptive plan in our lives, in the church and in the world. It should enable us to focus on the eternal values over the temporal gains of our ministry. Paul says that, ‘he was separated for a while that you may have him forever’. Let us understand that every conflict situation ; every breakup situation ; every rebellious situation; every wrongdoing situation; every situation that forces us to offer forgiveness can teach us on the providence and sovereignty of God over our live and over all events and circumstances we go through. God’s invisible hand controls all our circumstances and situations of life. It will remind us of Rom 8:28, ‘that in all things God works for the good of those who love him’ It can still be used by God for his glory and for the expansion of his kingdom. That situation that look impossible to forgive can be used by God to transform your life; the life of others and your family. This is what happened to Joseph when his brothers pleaded for forgiveness for all the wrong they had done to him (Gen 50:20) he reminded them that whatever they did against him, the hatred, the conflict, the lies they said about him being killed by wild animals and their selling him into slavery, was all God’s providence so that one day, he would be used in a foreign land to deliver them during a time of famine. He says, ‘you intended it for evil, but God intended it for your deliverance’. Forgiveness is difficult but beneficial.
III. It gives us an opportunity to demonstrate spiritual family relationship- Vs 16
Paul points out to Philemon that Onesimus has become a dear brother both as a man and as a brother in the Lord. This focuses on the social fibre of the family. Forgiveness, reconciliation and restoration should focus on the spiritual fellowship and social relationship within the family of God. Without a forgiving heart, our families and Institutions cannot live up to the destiny for which God intended in Malachi 2:15, God is seeking a godly offspring’. Forgiveness and empathy reinforces Peace building, conflict transformation, cohesion and coexistence within our homes, Institutions and communities. Without this we can not truly say that we are prospering or succeeding as Nations. You are only a successful husband; wife; parent; child; neighbour; colleague; Pastor when you are a champion of forgivenesses , reconciliation and restoration of those who have hurt you in life. When you have a big enough heart to forgive, then we can say that your being transformed into the image of Jesus Christ.The church plays a critical role in transforming society for a peaceful coexistence. The best way to demonstrate our identity as the light of the world and the salt of life- Math 5:13-16, is by showing empathy, forgiveness, reconciliation and restoration in our social relationships. Many times we talk about generational curses but the best way to break the circle of enmity, hatred, bitterness, depression, breakups, rebellious, substance abuse in our society to start demonstrating forgiveness. Then our children and their children will begin to imitate the positive impact and pass it on to the next generation. Forgiveness is difficult but beneficial. God bless and have a forgiving week

15/11/2021

AICPV Monday Devotion – 15/11/2021
Text: Genesis 19:29 “Thus it came about, when God destroyed the cities of the valley, that God remembered Abraham, and sent Lot out of the midst of the overthrow, when He overthrew the cities in which Lot lived.”
Theme: Lord Remember them because of me!
Today there is someone God will remember because of you! You can intervene in there lives through prayers and pleadings. No matter who they are -a spouse; a child; a parent; a friend; a colleague; a friend. No matter what they are going through- a spiritual warfare; a sickness; a bereavement; being widowed; being orphaned; a financial lack; a conflict; a substance abuse; an indiscipline; a breakup; a job seeking; a business challenge; God will remember the because:
i. God remembers in Judgement
There are times when God will remember someone who is going through a tough situation because you intervened! Do not take a back seat when it come to the need of others! Will it not be music to your ears when you receive a report of answered prayers or a breakthrough for someone you have been praying for? Please make it your prayer this week” Lord remember them because of me, amen
ii. God remembers in Mercy
Lot did not deserve to be saved but God in mercy delivered him. Our God is a God who remembers mercy in the middle of judgement. Is there someone on the path of destruction because of behavior or lifestyle, plead God’s mercy for them. Please pray, Lord remember them because of me, amen!
iii. God remembers Prayers
Abraham had pleaded for God to spare the cities for the sake of the righteous. None was found but Lot was delivered. We have a great responsibility to be city watchmen in prayers. Let us lift our home, communities and cities in prayers for the sake of the righteous. Please pray, Lord remember them because of me, amen!
iv. God remembers his Promise
God made a promise to Abraham, that he would spare the cities. God was determined to keep his word because of his faithfulness. When we plead with God, he makes promises he intends to keep. He is a faithful God. Please pray, Lord remember them because of me, amen! Be blessed
Rev. Ng’uono

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14/11/2021

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Theme: Forgiveness, Reconciliation, and Restoration
Topic: Benefits of Forgiveness, Reconciliation and Restoration- Part I
Text: Philemon Vs.8-11
Rev. Simeon Adera Ng’uono- AICPV 14/11/2021
Password: Difficult but Beneficial
Introduction
Whenever someone hurts you, have you ever come to the point where you ask, ‘why should I forgive him/her? What will it benefit me to forgive someone who has hurt me? Paul now turn to expound to Philemon the benefits of forgiveness, reconciliation and restoration as a strategy to convince him to forgive Onesimus. There are many benefits we can receive when we choose to forgive. Paul now proceeds to give several reasons why Philemon should forgive this man.
I. It gives us an opportunity to practice what we teach - Vs.8 A.
Many believers are caught up with the challenge of preaching water but drinking wine when it comes to doctrine and practice in many areas, one of them being the area of forgiveness. There are always glaring contradictions between what the Bible teaches on forgiven and what the majority of us practice on the same. Here Paul reminds Philemon to ‘do what is ‘required/proper’. This is what is considered to be compulsory, essential, indispensable, undisputed and consistent with the fundamental beliefs and teachings one belongs to. The Christian faith is anchored on the biblical teaching of forgiveness because our God is a forgiving God. Ps 103:3, ‘He forgives all our iniquity’; Isa 1:18, ‘Come let us reason together, though your sins be as red as scarlet, they shall be as white as snow’; 1 John 1:9 ‘If we confess our sins, he is faithful to forgive and cleanse us from all unrighteousness’ Therefore, we must live a life consistent with what the bible teaches and what God has done in our lives according Eph 5:32, ‘Forgive just as God forgave you in Christ’. This is what is proper no matter the offender or the offense committed against you- forgiveness is difficult but it is beneficial.
II. It gives us an opportunity to show purity of motive- Vs.9
Many people unfortunately forgive, reconcile and restore those who have hurt them because of individual and personal reasons such us freedom, healing, overcoming bitterness, overcoming anger but Paul now turns to show that the purest motive for forgiveness, reconciliation and restoration is ‘for love’s sake’. The love referred to here is the agape love as in John 3:16; Rom 5:8; 1 John 4:10. This is the unconditional, sacrificial love of God in redeeming mankind from sin. While there are many other reasons to forgive, there is a much higher and pure motive for forgiveness often called agapeism which is the belief in selfless, charitable, non-erotic love, spiritual love, love of the soul. It can mean belief that such love should be the sole ultimate value and that all other values are derived from it, or that the sole moral imperative is to love. We may have every reason humanly speaking for not forgiving those who hurt us but for the sake of the love of God, we must reciprocate that love to them by way of forgiving them. We should not forgive because of any perceived benefit but from love itself. Forgiveness is difficult but beneficial.
III. It gives us an opportunity for Mentorship- Vs 9b
The need for mentorship in the church is a more needed value today that ever. There are so many people who are looking for men and women who can influence and provide guidance in living us believers in order to transform society. Paul presents himself as the best mentor by asking Philemon to consider two things in his life a good example upon which he can give forgiveness, reconciliation and restoration ‘old man and prisoner of Christ’
a. Wisdom of spiritual experience because of his old age. He had seen a lot; been hurt a lot even by fellow ministers such as Barnabas [Acts 15:36-40] but he later showed forgiveness, reconciliation and restoration with Mark who was the source of conflict. He talked fondly about them in the following passages 1 Cor 9:6; Col 4:10; 2 Tim 4:11. Can somebody close to you forgive because they have seen you forgive those who have hurt you? Can they forgive because they have heard you encourage them to forgive?
b. Sacrifices of committed service to Christ. He is showing that he has suffered much and he is in a better position to give instructions to others. What sacrifices have you made for Christ that can make your appeal for forgiveness, reconciliation and restoration appealing? What have you successfully championed in your community, office, church or neighbourhood that can qualify you as an authentic conflict transformation agent?
In order to forgive, reconcile and restore those who have hurt us, it is necessary to emulate the life of our spiritual mentors in life. Do you have an authentic mentor in life? Are you a mentor to those around you? Forgiveness is difficult but beneficial.
IV. It gives us an opportunity drop prejudices based on old status Vs.10-11
I am glad that recently the Kenyan parliament amended the employment act to remove section such as requirements for KRA clearance and certificate of good conduct for employment. So many people have suffered or have been denied opportunities in life because of their past. The requirement for certificate of good conduct as a prequalification for employment denied so many people opportunity to work, travel or do business in spite of transformations that have taken place in their lives. So many potential employers were biased and prejudiced to people who might have shown criminal activities in their past lives.
Paul urges Philemon to forgive because Onesimus has experienced transformation that gives him a completely new identity. The bible says 2 Cor 5:17 that, ‘if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation, the old has gone, the new has come’. Therefore, Paul urges Philemon to look at Onesimus with a new perspective and drop any past prejudices based on his past status as a slave. He has experienced change in three areas:
a. Change in favoured position- Paul refers to Onesimus as ‘my child’ after having been led to Christ by Paul
b. Change in family identity- Paul refers to his relationship with him as ‘whose father I became in prison’ just like other spiritual children of Paul, Onesimus now bears an identity that admits him into the spiritual family of which Philemon belongs
c. Change in functional value- Paul refers to his value as ‘who formerly was useless to you but now is useful both to you and to me’. The Apostle uses word play when referring to the functional position of Onesimus. The name Onesimus means profitable or valuable while Philemon means one who is kind. We can ask ourselves, does your name match your character. Do you name your children names that will give them value? Do you use nicknames that will propel you to the next level of life? Forgiveness is difficult but beneficial
Conclusion
Forgiveness gives you many opportunities as a Christian; to preach what you practice; show purity of motive; mentorship and drop prejudices or judgement of people based on their past. However, forgiveness also gives other benefits such as sets you free from the past; the bitterness; the anger; the resentment; the pain; victim mentality; the control by others; helps you release your energy to pursue your destiny in life; It helps you to begin the healing process in your life and relationships; it gives you peace of mind. Forgiveness, reconciliation and restoration is difficult but it is beneficial. God bless you in Jesus’ name, amen.

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