\ Chapter 8: Emptying “Hatred” In the previous chapter, we examined how we must empty ourselves of “falsehood,” which hides or alters the truth for our own benefit. Now, in Chapter 8, we will examine another sin that deeply destroys our hearts and relationships: “hatred.” As we go through life, we are wounded. Sometimes we are betrayed by those close to us. Sometimes we experience injustice or feel that we have not been loved. At times, someone’s words or actions stir deep anger within us. Being wounded is not itself a sin. Feeling pain and anger when we have been treated unjustly can be a natural response. The problem is how we deal with that wound and anger. If we continue holding on to the wound, hating the other person, wishing for that person’s downfall, and nurturing the desire to repay them for what they have done to us, hatred will eventually begin to rule our hearts. First John 3:15 says, “Whoev...
이 첫째 부활에 참여하는 사람은 행복하고 거룩한 사람입니다. 예수님을 증거하고 하나님의 말씀을 전하다가 처형을 당한 순교자들의 영혼과 짐승이나 그의 우상에게 경배하지 않고 이마와 손에 짐승의 표를 받지 않은 사람들은 살아나서 그리스도와 함께 천 년 동안 왕이 되어 다스릴 것입니다 . 이것은 첫째 부활입니다 . 이 첫째 부활에 참여하는 사람은 행복하고 거룩한 사람입니다 ( 요한계시록 20:4-6, 현대인의 성경 ).