THE OIL OF GRACE FOR FORGIVENESS
LIVING WATERS MISSION (HOLY SANCTUARY)
(SPECIAL SEVEN DAYS DEVOTIONAL SERIES OFFERING GUIDANCE FOR RECEIVING THE OIL OF DIVINE GRACE.)
THEME: THE OIL OF GRACE–THE SEED OF DIVINE FAVOUR. (PART 4 OF 7)
SATURDAY AND SUNDAY 9TH AND 10TH MARCH 2024
TOPIC: THE OIL OF GRACE FOR FORGIVENESS
AUTHOR: MARY LAWRENCE – DOKPESI
TODAY’S SCRIPTURES
“If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.” – 1 John 1:9
THE OIL OF GRACE FOR FORGIVENESS
Forgiveness is a vital aspect of the Christian faith, and the Oil of Grace plays a crucial role in allowing us to receive and extend forgiveness. When we hold onto resentment and unforgiveness, it creates barriers in our lives and hinders our ability to receive God’s grace fully. However, through confession and seeking God’s forgiveness, we experience the cleansing power of His grace. This not only liberates us from the burden of guilt and shame but also empowers us to extend genuine forgiveness to others, creating a cycle of grace and healing in our lives and communities.
ACTION: Choose one action to practice forgiveness:
1. Confess any unconfessed sins or areas of unforgiveness to God and seek His forgiveness.
2. Reach out to someone you need to forgive and offer sincere forgiveness, expressing your desire to move forward in a spirit of reconciliation.
3. Reflect on Matthew 6:14-15 and how seeking God’s forgiveness empowers us to forgive others.
PRAYERS
Dear Lord, I acknowledge my shortcomings and ask for your forgiveness. Cleanse me from any unrighteousness and grant me the grace to forgive others as you have forgiven me. Amen.
FURTHER READING: 1 John 1:9 and Matthew 6:14-15.