Category: Forgiveness
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Put Out the Fire
Lal Shahbaz Qalandar was a holy man and scholar born in the 1100s whose ancient travels sound as contemporary as today’s news feeds. He was born in what is now Afghanistan; he was the descendant of immigrating Iraqis; he lived and died in Pakistan; and his shrine was constructed by donations from the Iranian royalty. […]
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An Extremist for Love
When it comes to the late Martin Luther King, Jr., it’s almost impossible to determine which speech, letter, or sermon of his is the most impactful. Where does one begin? His “I’ve Been to the Mountain Top” sermon delivered in Memphis, just hours before his assassination? Is it the iconic “I Have a Dream” speech […]
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The Discovery of Forgiveness
Four-hundred and ninety times. That was Jesus’ answer to the question, “How many times should I forgive someone who has offended me.” I don’t think Jesus was being literal; how I wish he were!. Then there would at least be a boundary. Jesus was saying, however, “Stop keeping score. There is no limit to how […]