The Woman Who Lived A Sinful Life - Her Legacy Of Prayer

The Woman Who Lived a Sinful Life - Her Legacy Of Prayer

Therefore I tell you, her many sins have been forgiven — for she loved much. But he who has been forgiven little loves little.

— Luke 7:47

REFLECT ON:	Luke 7:36 – 50.
PRAISE GOD:	For the power of forgiveness in your own life.
OFFER THANKS:	That God is still ready to forgive you, no matter how frequently or how seriously you have sinned.
CONFESS:	Any self-righteousness that has crept into your life.
ASK GOD:	To protect you against pride, to enable you to see your sins and believe in his desire and power to forgive you.

Lift Your Heart

How long has it been since tears of repentance have washed your soul? Do you find it easier to linger over others’ failings than your own? Harsh attitudes toward the notorious sins of others — even the sins of unprincipled politicians or insensitive husbands — will only dry up your love for God.

No matter how long it’s been since you committed your life to God, pride has a way of creeping back in, locking you into a black- and-white vision of the universe. Remember that the Pharisee was forgiven little, not because his sin was inconsequential but because his repentance was so small. This week, search your heart for any judgments, large or small, you have made against others. Make a list of people who you feel have wronged you. Release your judgments against them and ask God to bless them. Then tear up the sheet as a sign that you are repenting of the judgments you made. The next time you are tempted to judge someone, quickly repeat this exercise in your mind.

Lord, when others rejected me, you embraced me. What was untouchable in me you touched. Make me a woman who loves much, a woman who is not afraid to fall at your feet, bathing them with tears.