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Today’s Quote on Anger
‘When you are offended at any man’s fault, turn to yourself and study your own failings. Then you will forget your anger.” ~Epictetus
Scripture for Reflection: Matthew 7:1-5
A Prayer for Today…
Loving Lord, You are the greatest blessing of my life! Help me to live contentedly with all that You are today.
~Our Daily Bread
Today’s Quote on Service
“There’s nothing small in the service of God.” ~Francis de Sales
Scripture for Reflection: I Peter 4:7-11
Today’s Quote on Sharing the Gospel
“We’re called, not to fix people, but to share the transforming gospel of Christ.” ~Dr. Charles Stanley
Scripture for Reflection: Matthew 28:18-20
Forgiveness
Letting Go of Guilt
I enjoy reading the nice posts for Mother’s Day and for Father’s Day. A lot of us give extra attention to our parents in May and June, the months set aside to honor them. Sending cards, buying gifts, and spending time with them are some of the ways we let them know how special they are and how much we appreciate them.
Reading some of the accolades about moms and dads made me reflect on the importance of self-forgiveness for parents.
My children are grown. Sometimes I look back and see mistakes I made, missed opportunities, hurried moments, and I cringe. I berate myself for not being a better mother. It is hard for me to focus on the special moments, great memories, or shared laughter and joy.
It makes me wonder if other parents feel the same way.
Today’s Quote on Gentleness
“Gentleness helps us make a point without making an enemy.” ~Dave Branon
Scripture for Reflection: Philippians 4:5
Today’s Quote on Forgiveness
“One of the saddest mistakes we make is a lack of forgiveness, especially to ourselves. We constantly remind ourselves of our flaws and previous mistakes. We anticipate future mistakes. We’re highly critical of ourselves, frequently disappointed, and often, we’re our own worst enemy.” ~Author Unknown
Scripture for Reflection: Matthew 6:5-15
A Prayer for Today
“Lord, help me not to overthink serving others. Sometimes the small, simple things mean more than I’ll ever know. And help me to remember that whatever I do for others, I’m doing for You.”
~Our Daily Bread
Today’s Quote on Forgiveness
“When we love others because our Savior loves them and forgive because He has forgiven us, God gives us the strength of let go of the past of and walk forward with Him into beautiful new places of grace.” ~James Banks
Scripture for Reflection: I Peter 4:7-11
Living Water by Dorothea Love 