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Breaking Free from the Chains of Self -- The core nature of humanity is to be self-centered, yet Jesus calls us to a radical, counter-intuitive lifestyle of love, mercy, and forgiveness. -- We are all sinners who have fallen short of God’s glory, but Jesus Christ stands as our ultimate attorney, paying the ransom for our rebellion so we can be pronounced "not guilty" before the Father. -- The Holy Spirit works through the Word of God to transform our hearts, replacing our desire for vengeance and self-preservation with the peace that comes from entering into God's rest. -- Through the story of the Prodigal Son, we see that the Father is always waiting at the gate to restore the broken and selfish heart that chooses to return to Him. -- The Good Samaritan illustrates that true discipleship is driven by compassion for our fellow human beings, regardless of their background or situation. Scriptures for Further Study -- Matthew 6:33 -- Luke 6:33 -- John 10:10 This is episode 134. ******* By the way, if you haven't bought a copy of my new book yet, check it out here: https://www.amazon.com/Dreams-Visions-Stories-Faith-Pastor/dp/161493536X