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Podcast 52.4 Transcript
Welcome to Thursday Thoughts at Resonant 7, where we reflect on the reality of God and resolve to let it resound in our lives, repeatedly. Let’s think about this.
And all ye men of tender heart
Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you. Ephesians 4:32 ESV
Now we turn our attention to the pinnacle of creation, created in God’s image, mankind. Though being made in God’s image predisposes us to giving him glory, we do so best when we act in a way that is reflective of his nature. Showing kindness to each other is one such expression.
Forgiving others take your part
Bearing with one another and, if one has a complaint against another, forgiving each other; as the Lord has forgiven you, so you also must forgive. Colossians 3:13 ESV
Still, an even better reflection of the glory of God is when we offer forgiveness. This act mirrors the work of Christ on the cross. It allows us to extend to others what we have ourselves first received from God. Do you want to give praise to God? Forgive others, particularly those you have a complaint against.
Ye who long pain and sorrow bear
Cast your burden on the Lord, and he will sustain you; he will never permit the righteous to be moved. Psalm 55:22 ESV
It can be difficult to forgive, especially when those receiving your forgiveness have been the cause of your pain and sorrow. Sometimes even more difficult is forgiving yourself, especially when you realize you are the source of much of the trouble and discomfort in your life.
Praise God and on Him cast your care
Casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you. 1 Peter 5:7 ESV
The realization that you have brought much of your anxiety upon yourself is a difficult one. There is hardly a better remedy for that than accepting the care of our God, who loves us in spite of those things. Praise Him, and cast all your cares and anxieties upon Him. Accept His care.
Take a few moments to talk to Jesus about what has come to your mind, or listen to what He is saying to you, then I will read our text once more, with the refrain.
And all ye men of tender heart
Forgiving others take your part
O praise Him alleluia
Ye who long pain and sorrow bear
Praise God and on Him cast your care
O praise Him alleluia
Take the mindfulness of God’s presence cultivated in these last few minutes into the next ones and beyond. Until next time,
Be Resonant.
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