Boy, there’s nothing like the refreshing that comes from having sin pointed out and then repenting of it. The heaviness sin brings just falls off us. Jesus is so good to us.
It is good for me that I have been afflicted; that I might learn thy statutes.
Psalm 119:71
For the word of God is quick, and powerful, and sharper than any twoedged sword, piercing even to the dividing asunder of soul and spirit, and of the joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart.
Hebrews 4:12
Now the Lord is that Spirit: and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty (He sets us free from our sins).
2 Corinthians 3:17
Jesus answered them, “Most assuredly, I say to you, whoever commits sin is a slave of sin. And a slave does not abide in the house forever, but a son abides forever. Therefore if the Son makes you free, you shall be free indeed (free from the weight sin puts on us).
John 8:34-36
And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.
Romans 12:2-3
And let the peace of God rule in your hearts (this is accomplished as we learn to live in the blessings of God’s ways),
Colossians 3:15a
Set your affection on things above (God’s ways), not on things on the earth (man’s ways).
Colossians 3:2
Honestly, I’m thankful God allowed so many issues in my life to get my attention onto His liberating Word and ways. Whatever God uses to bring us to His loving ways is worth the trip. There’s simply nothing like learning to be like Christ, to come into His peace, love, rest and joy in every area of our souls.
As I’ve mentioned many times in the past, many damaging generational strongholds were passed on to me. Sins like unforgiveness, the fear of man, bitterness, emotionally mistreating your spouse, insecurity, inferiority, holding grudges, jealousy, coveting, worry, mammon, and being easily offended were not repented of in my home. There may have been times when my parents tried to step out of these sins (many of which were passed onto them by their own parents), but true repentance of them was never long-term. I’ve found that unless God motivates (often, He has to really get our attention through whatever means He deems necessary) those raised in such environments to want to repent of these awful soul-destructing sins (that eventually take a physical toll, as well), they’ll perpetuate to future generations.
In this youtube video, Katie points out some really freeing information about repenting from being easily offended. In this youtube video, Katie points out some really freeing information about repenting from being easily offended. I especially liked what she says about what we say when we’re offended. I hope what she shares is a blessing to you.
Katie Souza on It’s Supernatural with Sid Roth – Stay Unoffendable
Repent ye therefore, and be converted, that your sins may be blotted out, when the times of refreshing shall come from the presence of the Lord.
Acts 3:19
God bless,
Mark