“But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” Romans 5:8 By: Carol McClain @carol_mcclain The root of our issue: We’re unclean. My first marriage fell apart. I’d married a man with issues–totally unaware that he’d married a woman with issues. Our fights became furious. I’d become the …[ read more ]

Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.”   By: Carol McClain @carol_mcclain   Without forgiveness, the hurts of our lives cling to us like the smoke wildfires.   We burn each time we finger the seared surface.   God knows our pain. After all, He forgave the unpardonable. Upon …[ read more ]

Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.”   By: Carol McClain @carol_mcclain   Author’s note: If you’ve experienced severe trauma like incest, rape, murder, or other egregious harms, please see a counselor. Still, the path to YOUR healing is forgiveness.   Jesus Showed the Ultimate Example Jesus was the …[ read more ]

Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.” Luke 23:34 By: Carol McClain @carol_mcclain If Jesus forgave his murder, how can we not forgive others? I have a guarantee on how to make the world better. MUCH better. It’s New Year’s and nearly half of us make resolutions. Of that …[ read more ]

I am the LORD your God , who brought you out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of slavery. You shall have no other gods before Me.  Ex. 20:2-3 By: Carol McClain @carol_mcclain My Christmas was wonderful–just Neil and me and Facetime with Sarah and family. Of course, Neil got me the most perfect gifts. For those who follow me on Facebook, you know I …[ read more ]