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God's Redeeming Grace
by Allison K. Flexer
 Therefore I tell you, her sins, which are many, are forgiven-for she loved much. But he who is forgiven little, loves little. And he said to her, "Your sins are forgiven." Luke 7:47-48 ESV
God must be exasperated with me. I can imagine Him saying, How many times must I forgive this woman? That is certainly how my human nature reacts when I must forgive someone over and over. However, God does not react that way. In Luke, Jesus forgives a woman for many sins. In turn, she loves deeply because she knows the depth of God's grace. I can relate to this woman.
Growing up, I learned to be a perfectionist. I associated being loved with being a good girl. I transferred this principle to God-if I am good, then God will love me. If that is the case, what happens when I mess up? I became very anxious and exhausted from trying to be the perfect Christian. After getting into a cycle of sinful behavior in my twenties, God reached out to me through the words of a pastor. He explained there is nothing good I can do to make God love me more, and there is nothing bad I can do to make God love me less. God's love is unconditional. God's love is not based on what I do; it is based on who God is.
Because of His grace, I am able to love others more deeply-to fully comprehend and accept the immeasurable amount of grace I receive. That puts me one step closer to extending the same grace to others. God whispers to me, "Show her grace because I have shown you grace."
Do you believe your actions have put you outside of God's reach? God's love for you is constant, no matter what you do. You are never out of the reach of God's redeeming grace.
 After spending over a decade in the corporate world, Allison K. Flexer quit her job to take a sabbatical. During that time, she rediscovered her passion for writing. Her articles can be seen in the Wesleyan Publishing House periodical, VISTA: Journal for Holy Living, and on www.Crosswalk.com. Allison was a contributing writer for Devotional Ventures � 2006, published by Regal Books. She blogs about her faith journey at: anointedwithgrace.com. When she is not writing, Allison loves to have deep conversations with friends over great sushi, spoil her two beautiful nieces, and pretend like she's a runner. A graduate of Belmont University, Allison makes her home in Nashville, Tennessee.
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Christian Devotions SPEAK UP!
October 4 - Eric Wilson 6:00 p.m. EST
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 Join us this week on Christian Devotions SPEAK UP!as host Scott McCausey interviews New York Times best selling author Eric Wilson.
From an early age, Eric wanted to be a writer. Although he was born in California and raised in Oregon, his more enduring memories start in Europe where his parents took Bibles behind the Iron Curtain. Life was an adventure, full of exotic cultures and people.
After high school in the states, Eric traveled in Eastern Europe and China. He later returned to his parents' crumbling marriage, moved to LA, and began college. During his junior year, a childhood friend showed up as a freshman. Within months they were married and are now going into their twentieth year, with two daughters to keep them on their toes. They admit to being imperfect but refuse to stop fighting for their family, and for their faith in Jesus, who is bigger than self-centeredness.
Eric's book, One Step Away, is first and foremost a suburban suspense story, but it is also a response to the works-oriented, prosperity gospel he sees in our culture. It is a modern twist on the biblical story of Job. One Step Away is now available in stores and online through print or e-books. Readers can also learn more at Eric's website, www.WilsonWriter.com. He is already at work on the second in this series, titled Two Seconds Late. The books are stand-alone novels, but with overlapping characters and themes.
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Dare to Live: Devotions for Those Over The Hill, Not Under It!
by Elizabeth Van Liere
The perfect gift for the "seasoned" senior in your life.
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Dare to Live: Devotions for Those Over The Hill, Not Under It! is a jolt of spiritual inspiration, a quick boost for your soul. Rediscover God's grace, hope, and power for living-regardless of your place or age in life. In Dare to Live 87-yearold author Elizabeth Van Liere leads readers through a thirty-day journey to a fuller understanding of what it means to "season slowly with a mighty and loving Savior." This journey pursues a life characterized by relevancy not regret, generosity not grumpiness, and compassion to the end.
These quick shots of instant inspiration might be just what you need to keep going. Whether new to the faith or a life-long follower of Christ, readers old and young will discover the joy of what it means to be transformed into the image of Jesus and used for His purposes to the very end.
The perfect companion for those Over The Hill, Not Under It! Start living for Him, now!
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Open Your Hymnal: Devotions That Harmonize Scripture With Song
by Denise K. Loock
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Do you ever catch yourself singing a song in church without paying attention to the words? Open Your Hymnal is a collection of thirty meditations that transport the wisdom of classic hymns and gospel songs into the twenty-first century. Introduce yourself to the rich spiritual heritage that hymnals contain or gain a new perspective on songs you've sung since childhood. Whether you sing in the choir loft, the worship team, or the pew, the refreshing biblical insights in this book will enhance your appreciation of the words you sing every time you open a hymnal.
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