Deeper Roots

Forgiveness is a transaction that is necessary for our salvation. God’s forgiveness of us is the basis of our forgiveness of others.  The Gospel of Jesus Christ is based on forgiveness.  The way God forgives us is the pattern for all forgiveness.  When Christ died on the cross, he exemplified the ultimate offer of forgiveness.  Though He was not at that point actually forgiving all people, He was (more…)

Ken Sande does a great job bringing the issue of reconciliation back into view. He begins with a very practical illustration of what church life is like in most churches. Conflict occurs. People get angry and hurt. No one attempts to reconcile the problem. People leave the church. This seems to be the process even in churches that preach the Gospel. (more…)