Proverbs 17:9 Devotionals, Articles & Bible Study

⁹Whoever conceals an offense promotes love,

but he who brings it up separates friends.

— Proverbs 17:9

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Today, we focus on the power of love to cover over the offenses of others and stop the power of gossip from ruining lives. Demetrius Collins and Phil Ware lead us in a virtual, DIY, worship through words and music using YouTube videos to emphasize the importance of forgiving and covering over the offenses of others with our forgiveness and love.

Teach Us to Pray 11: Released Captives

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My own lack of forgiveness toward others can shut off the flow of God's forgiveness to me. Phil Ware with Grady King give us insight on Jesus' example and command to forgive others as we pray for our own forgiveness.

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