English Standard Version
Jesus said to him, “I do not say to you seven times, but seventy-seven times.
http://biblehub.com/matthew/18-22.htm
English Standard Version
Jesus said to him, “I do not say to you seven times, but seventy-seven times.
In Medford we have found sanctimonious politicians acting oh so devout...but when it comes to the true tenets of Christianity - the first of which being FORGIVENESS, isn't it telling how sadly lacking these religious types prove themselves to be?
WILL MCGLYNN'S CITY HALL AND
EXTREMELY FLAWED ADMINISTRATION EVER APOLOGIZE FOR ITS MULTITUDE OF SINS?
A PRESCRIPTION FOR THE SANCTIMONIOUS FROM WE WHO ARE THE HEATHEN SAVAGES
http://www.christianmediation.org/pg13.cfm
) Examine Your Heart – [This is one of the hardest] - Look within yourself to see if you are contributing to situations that you may later regret and will need to seek forgiveness. Is your behavior or off-handed comments contributing to a strained relationship? Think before you speak. While we have a constitutional right to the freedom of speech, we do not have an “inalienable right” to say what ever we want, any time we want, particularly if it may be hurtful. Would you be willing to forgive someone for the same offense you committed against someone else? – And would you expect the person offended to forgive you? The concept here is to be honest with yourself in considering your own behavior and whether it contributes to strained or hurtful relationships.
There
are a number of every day values that we can follow to examine our
hearts and take this inward look. These are not new to us, but we can
use occasional reminders. While there are many more, here are 10 of
those values to consider:
· Be tolerant of others
· Treat others like you want to be treated
· Be polite with your interactions
· Treat others with respect at all times
· Avoid criticizing others
· Don’t jump to conclusions
· Give others the benefit of the doubt as a matter of routine
· Be willing to overlook minor offenses
· Have a positive attitude
· Be willing to apologize
