Friday 18 January

Hebrews 4:1-5, 11; Psalm 77 (78):3-4, 6-8;
Mark 2:1-12

Forgiveness

What can we do about our sins? Our memories keep bringing them back. We fail when we try to kid ourselves that we didn’t really sin anyway. Jesus offers us forgiveness. It is something he offers and wants to give. It removes sin, like taking a heavy burden off our shoulders. It cleanses us. It heals us. The experience of being forgiven is a fertile field for gratitude, hope and love. For what do I seek forgiveness?