Repentance and Forgiveness
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I Will Never Leave Thee, nor Forsake Thee
By A.B. Simpson0DEU 31:6PSA 34:18PSA 139:7ISA 63:9LAM 3:22MAT 28:20ROM 8:382CO 12:9HEB 13:51JN 1:9A.B. Simpson emphasizes God's unwavering presence and compassion, even when we stray from His path and face the consequences of our mistakes. He reassures us that, like the Israelites during their forty years of wandering, God remains by our side, ready to forgive and guide us back to Him upon our repentance. Simpson encourages believers not to lose faith despite their shortcomings, as God's promise to never leave or forsake us stands firm. He highlights the importance of humility and supplication in seeking God's grace and restoration. Ultimately, God's patient love and support are ever-present, waiting for us to return to Him.
A Boy's Story
By D.L. Moody0PRO 1:8EPH 6:2D.L. Moody shares a poignant story of a young man reflecting on the profound influence of his godly mother, who prayed fervently for his salvation. After her passing, he realizes the weight of his rebellion and the loss of her prayers, leading him to a moment of deep repentance at her grave. The young man expresses regret for not heeding her pleas to accept Christ while she was alive, ultimately finding forgiveness and a relationship with God. Moody emphasizes the importance of valuing and honoring the prayers of a loving mother, urging young men to respond to their mothers' spiritual guidance.