To March's Marriage Monday Contributors,
Ladies, you are true leaders in your respective spheres. I bow down in honor. This month, you tackled the very difficult topic of divorce unflinchingly, with sensitivity, and with aplomb. Thank you for sharing your vulnerablity, relevant Scripture verses, your experiences, and your convictions. Each and every post was an encouragement and a joy to read.
I'm so glad we've met through cyber space, and some day I look forward to meeting you in heaven. Won't that be glorious?
We Serve a Loving God of Mercy and Grace
When thinking about divorce from God's point of view, I try to keep in mind that we can't hold unbelievers to Scriptural standards. And even as Christians, we all fail in a myriad of ways, despite the power available to us through the Spirit. That's where forgiveness comes in. Our God is a God of redemption and reconciliation.
Ladies, you are true leaders in your respective spheres. I bow down in honor. This month, you tackled the very difficult topic of divorce unflinchingly, with sensitivity, and with aplomb. Thank you for sharing your vulnerablity, relevant Scripture verses, your experiences, and your convictions. Each and every post was an encouragement and a joy to read.
I'm so glad we've met through cyber space, and some day I look forward to meeting you in heaven. Won't that be glorious?
We Serve a Loving God of Mercy and Grace
When thinking about divorce from God's point of view, I try to keep in mind that we can't hold unbelievers to Scriptural standards. And even as Christians, we all fail in a myriad of ways, despite the power available to us through the Spirit. That's where forgiveness comes in. Our God is a God of redemption and reconciliation.
King David's Grievous Error
I'm reminded of King David who, according to the Law, should have faced capital punishment (twice) for both murder and adultery with Bathsheba. However, because he was repentant, God forgave David, and he even promised that his throne would endure forever. Yet, King David did face earthly consequences for his sin(s). As promised, "the sword did not depart" from David's house.
No one is beyond the forgiveness of God—even divorced Christians. However, there will be negative consquences in this life, and that is the tragedy.
No one is beyond the forgiveness of God—even divorced Christians. However, there will be negative consquences in this life, and that is the tragedy.
There is Now NO Condemnation
Yes, we all blow it but our eternal position is secure. Whoo hoo! "There is now therefore NO condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus" because, "If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness."
(Rom 8:1; 1 John 1:9) Go in peace!
Love, e-Mom
P.S. If you missed Marriage Monday this month, I recommend you follow a few of the contributor's links.
Be prepared to have your socks knocked off.
P.S. If you missed Marriage Monday this month, I recommend you follow a few of the contributor's links.
Be prepared to have your socks knocked off.
Also, my testimony of the hope I found in Jesus Christ as a child of divorce is here.
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16 Comments:
You are a model of grace, e-Mom. You make me sigh in relief. Thank you.
Ahh, they are so beautiful, JUST LIKE you!!
Blessings to you E-mom, as you lovingly teach us God's truth.
I'm so blessed to know you!
PS:
Aplomb~ what an awesome word. I glean so much from you E-mom!
I always enjoy your blog! Thanks for making this platform of discussion an accessable place of learning for us!
i love you emom. and i LOVE your mothers heart.
Thank you!
Yes, I think it's very important that we all remember there is no "worst" sin - no matter what someone has done in the past, we are no better than they are and vice versa. It pains me to see people who have been divorced ostracized from the church because of it - how is that biblical? Anyway, thanks for hosting. It was difficult, but good.
Yes you are a model of grace and a tremendous encouragement... a true mom in Jesus! Thanks e-mom!
I love looking at scripture and reading about messed up lives like David's that God cleansed, covered and forgave. The consequences are terrible to the choices we make, but God's mercy and grace is so great, and it doesn't make me want to take His forgiveness lightly, it just makes me want to live a thankful life!
I love the flowers by the way!
Bless you!
Sheila
I'm gonna go look up aplomb :-)
YES! I also am thankful for forgiveness. Great idea to follow-up the divorce topic with this post. It is true that when we sin we reap the consequences of it. Just like eating way too much without exercise - !!!!
TamiB Amen, sister. :~D
Susan: You're very sweet. :~D I'm Blessed to know you too. (Lol, I better go look up "aplomb" and make sure I used it correctly.)
Amydeanne: You're more than welcome. We all learn together, don't we?
Roo: Thanks so much. ~D
Jana: Yes to this: it's very important that we all remember there is no "worst" sin - no matter what someone has done in the past, we are no better than they are and vice versa. Absolutely. A good word. :~D
Sheila: You always have tremendous insights into Scripture. I like the way you put this: . The consequences are terrible to the choices we make, but God's mercy and grace is so great, and it doesn't make me want to take His forgiveness lightly, it just makes me want to live a thankful life! Bless you!
Connie Marie: Lol, I'd better go out for my daily walk now. :~D
That was a great part two. I almost feel the need to post a part two as well. This topic is so emotional. :)
Thanks e-mom!! You have no idea how much I love fresh flowers!!
You're right, that topic was extremely tough. I am hoping I did not offend my divorced parent with my stance but I am called to speak the truth.
After all of that, I'm looking forward to next month!!
Thanks for the flowers! :)
I enjoyed the posts too. Many talented writers. I cannot to wait all of them too in heaven one day or possibly here on earth too!
Blessings,
Angela
Oh also, the ankle is doing so much better. It will be a process of healing but it is doing really good considering.
Thanks for asking.
Angela
Gorgeous flowers!! Thank you! I enjoyed reading all the thoughts from everyone...that was a challenging topic!
WOW! Such BEAUTIFUL flowers! It's been such a pleasure to get to know you. I also look forward to meeting you and so many other sisters I've met online when we get to HEAVEN. Maybe we should throw a REAL "blog party" somewhere and all meet up? O;-) I know, it'd probably never happen... but wouldn't it be nice???
Jan: Yes, it was emotional. But we all got through it so well. :~D
Robyn: Do your parents read your blog? Wow. Thanks for contributing your honest post.
Angela: I can't wait to meet you in heaven! :~D I'm so glad your ankle is much better. :~D
Faith: You're welcome for the flowers. :~D
Tonya: I'd love to meet each and every blogger IRL! Yes, throw us a party! :~D
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