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How to Find Truth in a Polarized Era
Posted on Tuesday, February 22nd, 2022 | Filed under Blog | Tagged: Carol McClain, compromise, disagree respectfully, fools think they're always right, how to be wise, how to disagree, How to Find Truth in a Polarized Era, John 13:35, proverbs 12:5, respect, respect others without agreeing, Writing Redemption

@carol_mcclain “The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but a wise man listens to advice” Proverbs 12:15. My good friend and I chatted in a coffee shop. The usual topics filtered through our chatter … supply chain issues, covid 19, bad politicians, sucky people. We were sure to avoid the theological idea …[ read more ]
Two Sides to Every Story
Posted on Monday, February 5th, 2018 | Filed under Blog | Tagged: Carol McClain, honor, James 1:19, kumbaya, listening, respect, Super Bowl LII, two sides to every story, unity, Writing Redemption

By Carol McClain: @ carol _mcclain Good friends and a nephew refused to watch the Super Bowl because NBC or Super Bowl LII denied an ad from veterans asking people to respect the flag. Based on knowledge of our society’s agendas, both conservative and liberal, these good people saw a conspiracy against traditional values . It sounded right. Feeling a little …[ read more ]

Disturbing Thoughts About Mercy

Matt. 5:7: Delight in graciously helping others knowing God will graciously help you. Carson, co-founder of Gospel Coalition, writes: “Mercy is a loving response prompted by the misery and helplessness of the one on which love is to be showered.” Mercy flows directly out of the previous four Beatitudes (we know ourselves to be poor and needy, hungering for righteousness.) Mercy is one of the richest words in Hebrew tradition. One of the key qualities of God, lovingkindness, generosity to the weak and helpless, continued love for people even when they’re unfaithful. How much mercy you show is the result… ...[ full story ]

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