Genesis 50
Genesis chapter 50 is the final chapter of the book, but it is filled with hope for the future. After Jacob’s death, we read, “Joseph threw himself upon his father and wept over him“. There is a time to mourn and grieve over the loss of a loved one. It is natural, normal and healthy.
Psalms 26-27
Psalm 26 reminds me of the bumper sticker, “I am not perfect, just forgiven”. I think there is a basic misunderstanding when followers of Christ express their enthusiasm about being forgiven. Some take that as an expression of moral superiority. I believe we can only fully embrace the forgiveness of Christ after fully acknowledging we