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Blessed Are The Peacemakers

In this insightful episode of Words of Grace, Benjamin Winslett explores the profound meaning behind Matthew 5:9 — “Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.” What does it truly mean to be a peacemaker? Is it about enforcing peace through strength, or is there a deeper, more Christlike approach?

Ben discusses the distinction between peacekeepers and peacemakers, emphasizing the role of diplomacy and reconciliation. Drawing from Scripture, including Proverbs and the example of John the Baptist, he highlights how fostering peace mirrors the character of Christ, the ultimate peacemaker. This episode also reminds us that true peace is not mere capitulation; sometimes reconciliation requires addressing offenses.

As Christians, we are called to reflect our Savior, the Prince of Peace, in how we mediate and bring calm to a divided world. Join us as we examine this crucial Beatitude and the calling to reflect God’s nature through peacemaking.

Radio broadcast for March 23, 2025. Continue reading “Blessed Are The Peacemakers”

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Growing in Forgiveness

Disciples of Christ are to be forgiving people. In fact, God’s dealings with us as sons, as it relates to chastening, is often administered consistently with our willingness to forgive others. This is a sobering motivation to be more forgiving. In today’s broadcast, we consider 5 thoughts to help us grow in our ability to forgive.

Radio broadcast for August 22, 2021. Continue reading “Growing in Forgiveness”

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The Ease of Misunderstanding

To put it mildly, it is extraordinarily easy to misunderstand not only another person’s words, but their actions as well. Sometimes, we misunderstand or misinterpret such and become offended, and so misunderstandings are a tragic cause of grief to God’s people.

In today’s broadcast we focus on the danger of misunderstanding, how common misunderstandings were even in Jesus’ ministry, and how we can personally deal with this issue day by day.

Radio broadcast for June 27, 2021. Continue reading “The Ease of Misunderstanding”