Psalm 130:3

January 22, 2016

Psalm 130:3... If you, O Lord, kept a record of sins, O Lord, who could stand...

God is a God of mercy and forgiveness. When we call out to him for our salvation, he hears and has compassion on us and forgives us. He is "slow to anger and abounding in love," attentive to our need. But, one of the best aspects of God's love is his willingness to forgive and forget what we have done. He doesn't keep a record of wrongs, but treats us as if they never happened.

One caution here, there is a parable told by Jesus where a ruler reapplies a debt owed by a servant, because he could not forgive his fellow servant. From this, we can learn that, although God does not hold our forgiven sins against us, he expects us to do the same to others, or he will place our guilt back on us. He is willing to forgive, but only according to our willingness to forgive others.

Daughters, read more of this psalm. It stresses God's love for you and his ability to forgive and forget what you have done. He will not use your sins against you, but will lift you and mercy on you. He will redeem you of your sins and give you full redemption. He will not use your sins against you, but will use them to benefit you. A and K, you can live a life apart from sin. Trust him to help you stand.

~Dad