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Apology is not weakness, but the power of love in the likeness of Jesus.

🌿✨ Excuse me...Not to humble us, but to enrich us. ✨🌿

Many times, "the word sorry" is the most difficult word to say, not because we do not know ourselves to be wrong, but because arrogance is fighting humility.

The Scriptures teach that being reconciled with others is vital; even before worshiping God, he wished our hearts to be filled with love, forgiveness, and reconciliation.

Cor.

📖 Bible verses of the day.

"Therefore, if you bring an offering to the altar, and there you remember that your brother is offended by you, you shall put the offering first, and you shall be reconciled to your brother, and you shall return."

- Matthew 5: 23-24.

Cor.

✨ Thoughts

Being sorry doesn't mean we're weak, it means we value the relationship more than arrogance.

Acceptance does not diminish dignity, but is a mark of maturity, courage, and a heart that God has changed.

Those who dare to say "wrong hair" or "I'm sorry" are those who allow Christ to win over their own ego.

Sometimes a single word, "sorry," can heal a broken heart, heal relationships, and reopen the way for God's blessing.

Cor.

🤍 A reminder.

♀ Arrogance builds walls, but humility builds bridges

♂ Overcoming an argument is not as important as maintaining a relationship.

♂ Strong people are not those who are never wrong, but those who dare to admit guilt.

♀ God exalts the humble.

Cor.

🙏 Prayer

Father.

Give me a humble heart. If you have wronged anyone, give me the courage to sincerely say "sorry," and teach you to forgive others, as He forgave you, so that your life reflects the nature of Christ.

Pray in the name of Jesus Christ.

Amen. 🤍🙏

Cor.

🌿 "An apology is not a symbol of defeat, but of victory over pride; and it is the first step of reconciliation."

🤍 May God give you a humble, courageous heart, forgiving, and living the example of Jesus Christ, that every relationship may always be filled with His peace, love, and blessings. Amen. 🙏

Cor.

⛪ You and your family.

Join the Sabbath School and worship God.

📖 Every Saturday.

At the Seventh Day Adventist Church (SDA) near your home.

Let's study the Bible, grow in faith, and prepare for the return of Jesus Christ.

🤍 You're always welcome.

Cor.

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