March 22, 2012
by Paul Tautges
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Be counseled today by words from an old gospel song. What great encouragement comes to the Christian’s heart by meditating on such simple, yet glorious truths! My sins have been buried, buried deep down in the sea; my heart’s therefore … Continue reading
February 16, 2012
by Paul Tautges
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The following email recently arrived in my Inbox. The woman who wrote it has encouraged me to share it. I know someone whose husband is “passive aggressive,” and it is hurting the whole family. He is a Christian and well-respected … Continue reading
December 31, 2011
by Paul Tautges
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Irreversible decisions are the hardest to live with. You know you’ve done wrong, but it is too late to undo it. Now you must live with the consequences, whatever they may be. But how? Do you beat yourself up forever? … Continue reading
December 21, 2011
by Paul Tautges
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[This letter comes from a female reader of this blog who wishes to remain anonymous.] Hello Paul, Your audio sermon “Bitter Root, Rotten Fruit” struck a chord with me tonight. I’ve been earnestly praying to deal with my bitter root … Continue reading
December 10, 2011
by Paul Tautges
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My nephew sent me a text informing me that this week Sermon Audio featured a recent sermon of mine as their “Staff Pick.” This is probably the most transparent sermon I’ve ever preached, which includes lessons I’ve learned/am learning about … Continue reading
November 15, 2011
by Paul Tautges
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Here at the blog we have been thinking much the past week about forgiveness and the root of bitterness that grows in its absence. Today, let’s think about what may be the two most important New Testament passages concerning horizontal … Continue reading
November 14, 2011
by Paul Tautges
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According to Hebrews 12:15, bitterness is a “root attitude” of the heart that grows where there is a shortage of grace. Roots grow downward, going deeper and getting more deeply embedded. The root of bitterness also causes other sins to … Continue reading
November 11, 2011
by Paul Tautges
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Yesterday’s post examined the first characteristic of the heart that is always ready to forgive: A forgiving heart is energized by a healthy awareness of personal sin (v. 12a) Characteristic #2 – A forgiving heart is expected of the one … Continue reading
November 10, 2011
by Paul Tautges
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Since Jesus taught that a heart that has been forgiven much loves much (Luke 7:47), our thinking will be affected by how often we meditate on God’s forgiveness of us in Jesus Christ. If we regularly ponder the depth of … Continue reading
July 8, 2011
by Paul Tautges
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You never dreamed this would happen, but you are reeling from the news that your spouse has been unfaithful. You don’t know what to do. Betrayal, rejection, bitterness, despair—these emotions turn your life into a lonely journey. Where can you … Continue reading
