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A Map to Guide You to Forgiveness

I wisely start with a map. (J. R. R. Tolkien)[1]   When in unfamiliar territory, it is valuable—if not necessary—to...
Dr. John B. MacDonald
January 9, 2026
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A Great Resolution for Growing in Christ

Before we get to the most significant indicator of spiritual growth, let’s talk about resolutions.   At the...
Dr. John B. MacDonald
January 2, 2026
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Join the Adventure Where God Is Working

Advent 2025
Dr. John B. MacDonald
December 19, 2025
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4 More Formative Books in My Life

Part 2: Issues
Dr. John B. MacDonald
November 21, 2025
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What Is the Desired Goal of Forgiveness?

… the goal must remain the hope of reconciliation and new life.[1]   A journey means traveling toward a goal or...
Dr. John B. MacDonald
November 14, 2025
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Walking in the Way of Christ

 Christ suffered for you, leaving you an example, that you should follow in his footsteps (1 Peter 1:21) How can...
Dr. John B. MacDonald
November 7, 2025
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God’s Love Is Active for You

... God is love. This is how God showed his love among us: He sent his one and only Son into the world that we...
Dr. John B. MacDonald
October 31, 2025
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The Therapy of God’s Love

Therapeia is the Greek word ‘therapy,’ meaning healing. After a message on biblical forgiveness, a woman approached...
Dr. John B. MacDonald
October 24, 2025
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4 Formative Books in My Life

Part 1: Foundations
Dr. John B. MacDonald
October 17, 2025
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Why to Steer Clear of Forgiveness Distortions

dis·tor·tion /dəˈstôrSHən/ The act of twisting or altering something out of its true, natural, or original state....
Dr. John B. MacDonald
October 10, 2025

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