Forgive
Peter asked Jesus this question, “how oft shall my brother sin against me, and I forgive him? till seven times?” Jesus answers his question in this way, “I say not unto thee, Until seven times: but, Until seventy times seven.”
Peter asked Jesus this question, “how oft shall my brother sin against me, and I forgive him? till seven times?” Jesus answers his question in this way, “I say not unto thee, Until seven times: but, Until seventy times seven.”
Jesus made a very simple statement that every Christian should grade themselves on.
If ye love me, keep my commandments. – John 14:15 (KJB)
The phrase, “love me” occurs nine times in the Bible. This first time it occurs is in the account of Jacob and his wives.
“And when the LORD saw that Leah was hated, he opened her womb: but Rachel was barren.” – Genesis 29:31 (KJV)
There is one thing that Leah wanted from her husband, Jacob – that he would love her.
Some of the greatest truths about Jesus are said in very few words. What characterized Jesus? It was his love.
Father, show us how to love like Jesus loves! Read More »