
The Gift of Forgiveness
Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.—Colossians 3:13 (NIV)
The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light. For those who lived in a land of deep shadows— light! Sunbursts of light!—Isaiah 9:2 (MSG)
This time of year when the nights are long, the world can seem like a dark place. Remind yourself that God’s light is infinitely brighter than light on earth and you can bring heavenly light into your life! Fill your mind with Scripture and good thoughts.
Dear God, when I’m downcast, You have the power to turn my darkness into Light.

Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.—Colossians 3:13 (NIV)

For he will command his angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways.—Psalm 91:11 (NIV)

But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.—Romans 5:8 (NIV)