“We’ll manipulate forgiveness, because ultimately it is ours to give to whomever we desire, under whatever conditions we choose, to achieve whatever ends serve us best.” — Chad Bird Copy Share Image
“The forgiveness of the Father doesn’t wait for us to demonstrate adequate, sincere repentance. It doesn’t let us humbly accept a servant position in… — Chad Bird Copy Share Image
“We’ll manipulate forgiveness, because ultimately it is ours to give to whomever we desire, under whatever conditions we choose, to achieve whatever ends serve… — Chad Bird Copy Share Image
“Our Father, grant us humility, that in our lowliness we behold your exalted grace. Amen.” — Chad Bird Copy Share Image
“God will snatch away the forgiveness which our repentance, humility, and obedience made possible.” — Chad Bird Copy Share Image
“In every instance, forgiveness morphs into a self-serving tool of manipulation we use to control other people. Inside our clouded minds, we convince ourselves… — Chad Bird Copy Share Image
“The glory of Advent and Christmas is camouflaged by humility, anonymity and even foolishness, for our God likes to hide himself beneath his opposite.” — Chad Bird Copy Share Image
“Psalm 24 doesn’t ask us any questions to which it doesn’t give us the answers: “Who shall ascend the hill of the Lord? And… — Chad Bird Copy Share Image
