By Jeff Larson, The Back Pew “The best remedy for painful memories is not forgetting the offense, but remembering your decision to forgive. If you’re going to remember a wrong, make sure you also remember how you dealt with the wrong.” -Dr. Robert Jeffress
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From Pain to Peace: The Power of Forgiveness at Christmastime
By Rev. Mark Creech Christian Action League December 21, 2023 While Christmas is traditionally associated with gatherings of friends and family, joy, and cheer, it can also be a season of deep pain and sadness for many. Over the past couple of weeks, I’ve had three acquaintances unexpectedly turn to me for emotional support and […]
A Drag Queen’s Prayer
By Dave Eden, Eden Political Cartoons “There exists an extraordinary promise that few comprehend its depth, magnitude, and power. It is a promise that transcends the boundaries of human limitation, reaching into the darkest corners of the human experience. It is the unfathomable truth that Christ is the very embodiment of divine love and compassion. […]
What Many Women Desperately Need to Hear from the Pulpit
By Rev. Mark Creech Christian Action League February 4, 2022 It was “Sanctity of Human Life Sunday” at this church; I was a guest speaker for the morning worship. The pastor invited me to come and preach on the very controversial subject of abortion. The message I gave addressed not only the wanton destruction of […]
On Anger and Judgment
By Rev. Mark Creech Christian Action League March 19, 2021 Best known for her part in the 90s film “Clueless,” actress and former Fox News commentator Stacey Dash recently announced she was stepping away from politics. In an interview with DailyMailTV, Dash, who is also well-known for her strong conservative views, said she no longer […]
‘Where Does Forgiveness Live in our Society?’
The Way Grace and Forgiveness Can Provide a New Start By Rev. Mark Creech Christian Action League January 1, 2021 According to the Associated Press, actor Bryan Cranston, best known for playing Walter White on the series Breaking Bad, says he hopes that in 2021 Americans will become more forgiving. In a short video posted […]