Forgiveness...it is a hard concept for so many of us. We have a hard time understanding why someone would choose to forgive us, why we need to forgive at times, and for Christians, how Jesus could truly forgive our numerous sins. This ten-week Bible study will evaluate forgiveness and unforgiveness as they relate to the nine attributes of the fruit of the Spirit. Each week, a fruit of the Spirit and its counterpart will be discussed through the lens of Scripture. Prepare to be set free and to rest in true forgiveness. Erin Olson founded Sandalfeet Ministries in 2012 as an outlet to blog about...

Simplify the season this year by making time for your Savior. He is the reason for the season, and He is the One to be celebrated and worshiped. When we make a choice to simplify, we make room in our hearts and lives for His presence. Let's make a promise to focus on the One who is, was, and is to come. We do not have to exhaust and bankrupt ourselves both physically and financially. Let's not be so focused on Christmas that we miss Christ. May this simple Advent devotional help you as you pursue Him. Erin Olson is the founder of Sandalfeet Ministries (sandalfeet.org). She is an ordained...