Ephesians 4:29-32

Where can we learn the real truth about living in a conflict filled world? Driver's Ed teaches us that we have to drive responsibly for everyone, not just ourselves!

Some criticism isn't helpful, it is withering, so how do we deal with it? Rubel Shelly reminds us that unfair criticism is a part of life so we need to rely on our relationship with God to overcome it and we need to not ever become one of those kinds of criticizers.

How deep does our deception go? We live in a world of deception but God has called us to be Kingdom people, people who tell the truth and do not deceive, yet forgive those who confess their deceitfulness to us.

We long for the day when we know fully, even as we are fully known! Ron Rose is back at Black Rifle Coffee Company and visiting with friends about Pentecost Sunday and knowing each other's names.

"And do not bring sorrow to God's Holy Spirit by the way you live. Remember, he has identified you as his own, guaranteeing that you will be saved on...."

"And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, with whom you were sealed for the day of redemption. Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, brawling and slander,...."

"Get rid of all bitterness, rage, anger, harsh words, and slander, as well as all types of evil behavior. Instead, be kind to each other,..."

Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, brawling and slander, along with every form of malice. - Ephesians 4:30-31

Can you really forgive? Forgiving others when they have truly hurt us is the hardest grace of all.

"Don't grieve God. Don't break his heart. His Holy Spirit, moving and breathing in you, is the most intimate part of your life, making you fit for himself. Don't..."

"Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who..."

"Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who..."

"Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who..."

"Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who..."

"Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you."

"Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you."

"Don't use foul or abusive language. Let everything you say be good and helpful, so that your words will be an encouragement to those who hear them."

"And do not bring sorrow to God's Holy Spirit by the way you live. Remember, he has identified you as his own, guaranteeing that you will be saved on the day of...."

"All that the believer has must come from Christ, but it comes solely through the channel of the Spirit of grace. Moreover, as all blessings thus flow...."

Inspirational illustration of Ephesians 4:32 -- 32   Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.

Inspirational illustration of Ephesians 4:29 -- Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen.

Sometimes the most profound grace is based on simple action. The Amish are an example of simple piety that cares to honor God above getting even: it is their character and not their dress or agrarian culture we need to imitate.

Why is it so hard to forgive? We've got to deal with our own unforgiving spirit.

How much are you willing to forgive? An example of unbelievable forgiveness in the face of murder challenges our narrow notions of forgiving others.

Is it really worth the cost? Ron Rose reminds us of the need to forgive, not just because we are commanded but because we are imprisoned in bitterness when we don't.

My own lack of forgiveness toward others can shut off the flow of God's forgiveness to me. Phil Ware with Grady King give us insight on Jesus' example and command to forgive others as we pray for our own forgiveness.

How clean can you get? When we forgive, it cleanses us like a spring rain.

Aren't we way past too far? Shock jocks have tried to out do each other in shocking, crude, and obscene remarks on radio, TV, and interviews and they have crossed the line and we are the only ones who can do something about it.

What do you do when you have those who offend you When someone has hurt you and you can get even, what are you going to do?

A powerful image of renewal! Pasquale Mingarelli shares pictures and a Bible study to help us remember that spring is the time for renewal

"Dear Precious Disciple, Paul beautifully described the Father's grace in the first part of his letter to the Ephesians. He emphasized that the..."

While we're railing at the candidates, how about we take a look in the mirror? Rubel Shelly reminds us that it isn't just the politicians who use harsh and unfair speech.

Are you telling it straight with God, or bending the truth a little? Bill Denton introduces us to a new word, communifaking, and also challenges us to communicate truthfully.

Why forgive someone for this kind of thing? A lady forgives the incredible bad thing done to her by a teenager to give him another chance on life.

Have you learned this important spiritual skill? We need to learn that there is a time to be silent.

So what's the real issue behind this issue? Rubel Shelly takes on the issue of a recent suicide because a person's recent sexual escapades were shown online without his permission and Rubel reminds us that the issue is about gossip and both fact and intention for sharing news matters.

When is free speech not exactly free? Rubel Shelly shares his feelings and insights into civility and free speech in politics, sports, and real life.

Just a few words and our presence can make all the difference in the world! Ron Rose reminds us that a few words and our physical presence can make all the difference in the life of someone else, just like Al Ware made a difference in Ron's life.

Here's what seems to be most needed in our harsh and cruel world. Tom Norvell reminds us of the needed virtue in today's harsh world.

How well are you at listening and being heard? Messing up his communication with his wife, Paul learns the lesson of the importance of good communication.

Let's worship today, praising God and asking for the help of the Holy Spirit as we seek to respond to people as Jesus did! Demetrius Collins and Phil Ware lead us in online, virtual worship through words and music using YouTube videos to help us understand how to give fitting replies to others in different conversation contexts.

So what's so bad about being Lisa Mikitarian talks about being younger, being enamored with a biker while in the military, and how being too nice plagued her until she learned the importance of kindness.

How can a basin of water mean so much to so many? Max Lucado reminds us that mercy may be hard, but it is often the only solution and that solution can only be offered by the one offended.

If you could ask your fellow believers one thing, what would that be? Tom Norvell makes a plea to fellow believers to think before speaking and acting and try to line up both with our example of how Jesus spoke and acted toward others.

Without forgiveness, bitterness is all that’s left! Max Lucado reminds us of the importance of forgiveness or bitterness poisons our hearts and destroys our influence.

Our God is the God of surprising opportunities, fresh hope, and new life. Phil Ware reminds us of John Mark's failure when he deserted the mission field and the mission team and describes how God used this mess and the grace, mercy, and love of godly men to bring great good out of potential disaster.

God's holiness and grace call us to live our lives to bless others with what we do and what we say. Demetrius Collins and Phil Ware lead us in a virtual, DIY, worship through words and music using YouTube videos to praise God for his holiness and grace and call each other to use our lives, our speech, and our actions to bless others.

"Dear Beloved, Learn to wait and think before you speak. Give the Holy Spirit an opportunity to guide your conversation instead of being thrust into....."

Have you really thrown them away or just tried to clean them up? We need to not only be sorry for our sin, but we also need to get rid of the things in our lives that lead us to sin.

Receive the courtesy of Christ. Max Lucado reminds us to know that Jesus longs to show us the courtesy of heaven, and we need to recognize it, receive it, and share it.

When's the last time you let them know you were thinking of them? Mike Barres reminds us to be thoughtful to others and one way to do that is to remember those who have been thoughtful to us.

Jesus didn't pray for unity just so Christians could sit in a happy circle, hold hands, and sing Kum Ba Yah around the campfire at church camp. Phil Ware reflects on the words of Jesus, the actions of the apostle Paul, and the example of a couple of men in his life, all focused on the theme of reconciliation.

Living My Mission Under Social Distancing Phil Ware opens the New Testament and reminds of a great way to live out our mission while under social distancing, prayer because prayer has always been a virtual way of blessing others.

Preparing my mouth for marriage... and beyond! Byron Ware reminds us of the vital importance of how we communicate both in the words we choose to say, not speak, and the non-verbals we use as we speak them.

What difference does a little criticism really make? Criticism hurts even when, or maybe especially when, it is dressed in pretty packages and given to us over a long time.

Is an apology offered before the fact really an apology? Joey Cope describes his difficulty in dealing with someone who is critical and negative and who begins his statements with an apology.

What do we do when our partners are involved in email relationships? Joe Beam deals with the challenging issue of improper email relationships.

Is your storehouse of anger doing you any good? Are you happier? Better? More fun to be with? Max Lucado helps us deal with the hurts of the heart that lead to bitterness, anger, and depression, as we are provoked and frustrated into sullen and negative states of spirit and emotion and mind.