Matthew 6:12 “And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive them that trespass against us,” FORGIVE US - FORGIVE THEM! #OffenceMustFall 3C

We are NOT appointed to WRATH...1Thess5:9 We are called to RECONCILIATION...2Cor5:18-19 #OffenceMustFall 3C

IF YOU HAVE BEEN OFFENDED: "Moreover if your brother sins against you, go and tell him his fault between you and him alone. If he hears you, you have gained your brother." Matt8:15 #OffenceMustFall 3C

IF YOU HAVE CAUSED OFFENCE: “Therefore if you bring your gift to the altar, and there remember that your brother has something against you...First be reconciled to your brother, and then come and offer your gift.” Matt5:23-24 #OffenceMustFall 3C

Our deepest offences often come to from those closest to us. The bloodiest of wars have been CIVIL wars - Father against son, children against parents. #OffenceMustFall 3C

Offence is the TRAP of the devil to DIVIDE and CONQUER! "...that they may come to their senses and escape the snare of the devil, having been taken captive by him(the devil) to do his will.” 2Tim2:24-26 #OffenceMustFall 3C

Hebrews 12:14-15 - PURSUE PEACE with ALL people, and holiness, without which no one will see the Lord: looking carefully lest anyone fall short of the grace of God; lest any root of bitterness springing up cause trouble, and by this many become defiled #OffenceMustFall 3C

Offence begins as a SEED which produces a ROOT of bitterness that grows into a heart of offence - leading to resentment. Many are unaware that they've been ensnared by Satan, as a heart of offence is often untraceable at surface value. REFUSE OFFENCE! #OffenceMustFall 3C

The root of a tree feeds the tree. Even if bitterness is not visible it feeds every action. It affects every single part of your life, every word, action, and relationship. #OffenceMustFall 3C

Whatever the root absorbs, it gives to the tree. If it’s toxic, every part of the tree is poisened. The root anchors the tree - if it’s rotten, there is no support. #OffenceMustFall 3C

Many use their hurt and offence as a license to do whatever they want - a licence to sin, to cause pain and destruction in the lives of others. WE CAN FORGIVE MUCH BECAUSE WE HAVE BEEN FORGIVEN MUCH. #OffenceMustFall 3C

“However, if my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves, pray, search for me, and turn from their evil ways, then I will hear [their prayer] from heaven, forgive their sins, and heal their country” 2 Chronicles 7:14 NKJV

Our response to the crisis in our nation is firstly to call upon the name of the Lord - and it’s huge. Some like to say “all we can do is pray”. Be assured, prayer is not our last hope, it’s our first, effective line of defence against darkness. Join us: 7pm Wednesday TBN DSTV

“The eyes of the Lord are on the righteous, And His ears are open to their cry. The righteous cry out, and the Lord hears, And delivers them out of all their troubles. The Lord is near to those who have a broken heart, And saves such as have a contrite spirit.” Psalm 34:15; 17-18

Many are the afflictions of the righteous, But the Lord delivers him out of them all. He guards all his bones; Not one of them is broken.” Psalms 34:18 - 20 NKJV

“But may all who search for you be filled with joy and gladness in you. May those who love your salvation repeatedly shout, “The Lord is great!”” Psalms 40:16 NLT

“Only by your power can we push back our enemies; only in your name can we trample our foes. I do not trust in my bow; I do not count on my sword to save me.” Psalms 44:5-6 NLT

““Why are you sleeping?” he asked them. “Get up and pray, so that you will not give in to temptation.”” Luke 22:46 NLT

A prayer service has been held for the families of the victims of the Soweto tavern massacre. The death toll has now risen to 16 after another victim died in hospital. #DStv403 #eNCA

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