Author: Gordon Cloud
Bitter Seeds
In Hebrews 12:14-16 the writer warns us about a “root of bitterness”. The thing about roots is that they usually produce fruits. In this case, defilement, immorality and unwise decisions can be the result of letting the roots grow unchecked. However, the issue is really the seeds. Most people do not plant these… Read more
The Grace Of Forgiveness
Let’s face it, forgiveness can be tough! The way others treat us can range from mildly offensive to devastatingly brutal and all points in between. It can leave us with bruises and scars that can last a long time. Unfortunately, these wounds can continue to fester in our spirits long after we think we have… Read more
Is God’s Grace Flowing Through You?
Ephesians 2:8,9 clearly states that we are saved by grace. Grace is the unmerited favor that our Lord and Savior bestowed upon us, when he saved us from our sinful life. No matter what we had been or done, he was willing to save us. The apostle Paul stated that he was the chiefest of… Read more
God REALLY Forgives!
“And be ye kind, one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God, for Christ’s sake, hath forgiven you.” Ephesians 4:32 So many people struggle with forgiving others. I have dealt with this, myself, on numerous occasions. It is one of the most difficult things we will ever have to do. It goes completely… Read more
Recognizing Grace
We hear much about grace. We know that it is the “unmerited favor” of God, but what exactly does it look like? How do we recognize it? In a general sense, we can safely consider the gifts of life itself, and salvation as blessings of grace. Grace, however, certainly doesn’t end there. Ephesians 3:10 mentions… Read more
What Is Grace?
What exactly is grace? It is something that is often desired, yet frequently misunderstood. The unmerited favor of God, that’s what grace is. It is God giving us what we do not deserve. Life can get ugly. We all face so many situations that threaten to overwhelm us. Sometimes the daily grind of dealing with… Read more