Category Archives: Forgiveness

Jesus, the Radical

Posted on January 30, 2023 by Rachel Conlin McLeod

In reflection upon the Gospels, I am always struck by just how radical and progressive Jesus was in His time. He was very liberal. One only has to look at His ministry and His criticism of the religious hierarchy and … Continue reading →

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Thoughts on Resurrection

Posted on April 6, 2021 by Rachel Conlin McLeod

Life from death. Restoration of soul and spirit. From silence and stillness in the darkness that seems eternal to having a voice and a sense of movement into the light. That defines the cause of LGBTQ+ equality. We seek to … Continue reading →

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Christmas Thoughts

Posted on January 12, 2019 by Rachel Conlin McLeod

Tis better to give, than receive. Heard it a million times before. Maybe we get numb to the idea of giving. Thankfully, for Christians, Jesus was never numb to giving. He gave us the gift of forgiveness, redemption, and eternal … Continue reading →

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Luke 2:10-11 “A Savior is Born”

Posted on December 23, 2018 by Rachel Conlin McLeod

Luke 2:10-11 “But the angel said to them, ‘Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he … Continue reading →

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Deuteronomy 13:11

Posted on May 29, 2018 by Rachel Conlin McLeod

Reflection:  It is an Old Testament call for community. It is a call to reach out to those less fortunate and less blessed than ourselves. There is a truth in that we have the capacity to be cruel to each … Continue reading →

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Galatians 8:22-23 “Against These Things, There is No Law”

Posted on May 8, 2018 by Rachel Conlin McLeod

Galatians 8:22-23 “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law.”  Reflection: If a person is filled with the Holy Spirit, or if at the … Continue reading →

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Colossians 3:12-14

Posted on November 13, 2017 by Rachel Conlin McLeod

Colossians 3:12-14 – NIV “Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as … Continue reading →

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Romans 11:29 “The Gifts and Calling are Irrevocable”

Posted on August 25, 2017 by Rachel Conlin McLeod

Romans 11:29 (NKJV) “For the gifts and the calling of God are irrevocable.” Reflection: A simple phrase but none could be more profound really when you consider any relationship with God. Whether you seek Him or rebel against Him, know … Continue reading →

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Mathew 5:11 “Blessed are you when people revile and persecute you….”

Posted on April 15, 2017 by Rachel Conlin McLeod

Mathew 5:11 (NRSV) “Blessed are you when people revile you and persecute you and utter all kinds of evil against you falsely on my account.” Reflection: People who would persecute and discriminate against you and use the Bible as their … Continue reading →

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Proverbs 24:19-20

Posted on November 21, 2016 by Rachel Conlin McLeod

Proverbs 24:19-20 (English Standard Version) “Fret not yourself because of evildoers, and be not envious of the wicked, for the evil man has no future; the lamp of the wicked will be put out.” Reflection: For many, it seems we … Continue reading →

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