Podcast appearances and mentions of chris brauns

Christ commands us to forgive as we have been forgiven, but does this mean we should forgive unconditionally? No. Like Christ, we should only forgive those who repent.

Christ commands us to forgive as we have been forgiven, but does this mean we should forgive unconditionally? No. Like Christ, we should only forgive those who repent.

In his book Unpacking Forgiveness Pastor Chris Brauns helps Christians think through forgiveness informed by the gospel.If you enjoyed this longer interview, please let us know be emailing us at editor@wng.org or leave us a comment/review here.Support The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate.Additional support comes from Samaritan Ministries. It's not insurance, it's a community of Christians paying one another's medical bills. More at samaritanministries.org/worldpodcast.

What does it mean to forgive someone? Why should we forgive someone? What does God's forgiveness look like? How do we know if we've really forgiven someone? Does forgiveness mean that we just “get over it”? How do I forgive someone who's unrepentant or continues in sinning? Pastor Matt and Nathan have the answers to all your quesitons in this episode of NorthWoods Church Matters podcast. Books discussed: Unpacking Forgiveness: Biblical Answers for Complex Questions and Deep Wounds by Chris Brauns.

What does it mean to forgive someone? Why should we forgive someone? What does God's forgiveness look like? How do we know if we've really forgiven someone? Does forgiveness mean that we just “get over it”? How do I forgive someone who's unrepentant or continues in sinning? Pastor Matt and Nathan have the answers to all your quesitons in this episode of NorthWoods Church Matters podcast. Books discussed: Unpacking Forgiveness: Biblical Answers for Complex Questions and Deep Wounds by Chris Brauns.  

Forgiveness isn't intended to be a heavy burden for those who have been deeply wronged.  Jesus' invitation was, “Come to Me, all you who are weary and heavy-laden, and I will give you REST.” (Matthew 11:28-30)  The invitation of the Lord Jesus Christ is to come to Him and find REST for our souls!   Here's the definition of forgiveness: it's a commitment by the offended to pardon graciously the repentant from moral liability, and to be reconciled — though it doesn't mean that all consequences are necessarily eliminated.   What's the hardest part of forgiveness? — To STOP THINKING about the offense; to keep going over and over it in one's mind.  It's a huge problem to be thinking about it, because then we're DEFINED by the wrong committed against us.  Bitterness is like taking poison to get back at someone else.   By the way, this is where we need the Psalms; this is where we need the Psalter.  See Psalm 73 where Asaph is seeing how the wicked prosper, and he seems to have done the right thing for nothing.  If we move through this Psalm, it will change our world.   Steps to be free from bitterness and resentment after divorce, even if your husband has never repented:   Wait for God's justice, and trust His providence.  Think of Joseph in Genesis: “You intended this for evil, but God intended it for good.”  This is why it's SO CRITICAL to be in a local church with a high view of Scripture. Listen to wise people — you need community!  And you need the community of the Redeemed.  Pursue God's blessing for yourself and those close to you.  Psalm 73:15 is the turning point of the chapter — “If I had said, ‘I will speak thus,' I would have betrayed the generation of Your children.”  Also Hebrews 12:15 … “See to it that no one comes short of the grace of God; that no root of bitterness springing up causes trouble, and by it many be defiled.”  Bitterness can poison those around us, as well as ourselves! Call bitterness what it is — it's sin.  It's not justified.  We don't have a right to be defined by anger and hatred.  One of the most difficult times to repent of our own transgressions is when we've been deeply wronged… it's a dangerous place to be.  Be careful, when you're sinned against, that you don't fail to deal with the things you need to deal with in your own world.   Also important: be in a good church, hear the Word preached, meditate on JESUS — you will NOT be disappointed.    Please check out Pastor Brauns' book, Unpacking Forgiveness from Crossway: https://www.crossway.org/books/unpacking-forgiveness-tpb/   Visit his website here: https://chrisbrauns.com/   Join our Christ-Dependent Single Motherhood Facebook community, for Christian single moms like you, whether you're divorced, separated, widowed, or never married! https://bit.ly/CDSMFacebook   Send us a note at christdependentsinglemoms@gmail.com          

Forgiveness isn't intended to be a heavy burden for those who have been deeply wronged.  Jesus' invitation was, “Come to Me, all you who are weary and heavy-laden, and I will give you REST.” (Matthew 11:28-30)  The invitation of the Lord Jesus Christ is to come to Him and find REST for our souls!   Our culture has fundamentally misunderstood forgiveness — we tend to regard it in a therapeutic way, seeing it as a private coping strategy for resentment and anger.  “Forgiveness is something you do for your own benefit,” some say  — but that's not biblical forgiveness.   Forgiveness is not an emotional strategy; it's a commitment by the offended to pardon graciously the repentant from moral liability, and to be reconciled — though it doesn't mean that all consequences are necessarily eliminated.   What  do we do when the offense is grave, as in marriages that end in separation or divorce, and the offender does not display true repentance?  Pastor Brauns offers these principles:   Proactively show love — in abusive situations, how this will work out needs the wisdom of the local church.  Don't do this alone!  There is such a great need for the community of the redeemed; we need that protection.  We do NOT put ourselves in a position to be abused further.  This showing of love will be situation-specific. Take no revenge — "Never take your own revenge, beloved" (Romans 12:19), but "Leave room for the wrath of God"— “Vengeance is Mine; I will repay,” says the Lord.  We can trust God to see that justice is done.   Also, look at Psalm 37 and Psalm 73 when battling bitterness.  We're going to come back next week to revisit this topic!   Please check out Pastor Brauns' book, Unpacking Forgiveness from Crossway: https://www.crossway.org/books/unpacking-forgiveness-tpb/   Visit his website here: https://chrisbrauns.com/   Join our Christ-Dependent Single Motherhood Facebook community, for Christian single moms like you, whether you're divorced, separated, widowed, or never married! https://bit.ly/CDSMFacebook   Send us a note at christdependentsinglemoms@gmail.com      

Hi there! I can't believe it's September already. This year is definitely flying by. In honor of this new fall season, where most of us are watching the weather and the landscape start change, and people are getting back to school or homeschooling, we are offering a fall giveaway!  The book bundle that we're offering is Elisabeth Elliot's book, Suffering is Never for Nothing, Chris Brauns' Unpacking Forgiveness— by the way, Pastor Brauns is going to be joining us on the podcast in a few weeks, very excited about that— and the third book is Dark Clouds, Deep Mercy by Mark Vroegop, which we discussed on episodes 9 and 10, when we were talking about biblical lament with Ryan Higginbottom.  I know that all three of these books are going to be as much of a blessing to you as they have been to me, so if you'd like to be entered in in the drawing, go ahead and leave us a written review over on Apple podcasts or the podcasting platform of your choice. Take a screenshot of that written review and post it in our Facebook group Christ-Dependent Single Motherhood!   Apple podcast reviewers will get 2 entries, and all the other podcast platform reviews will get one entry. You can leave a written review for us on as many podcast platforms as you like! And if you've already done one, you can write a review on others - that's totally fine!  Now, this is just for the month of September, so write those reviews now if you want a chance to get these excellent books for free!   Last week we had Kelli Russell with us, talking about what the Bible says about narcissists and narcissism, and today she's joining us again to answer this question, “How do I spot a narcissist as I prepare for dating after divorce or widowhood?”    This was such a great conversation. Two of the biggest takeaways I walked away with were to bathe the whole situation thoroughly in prayer, and to refuse to walk in fear, trusting that the Lord will lead and guide as we seek Him and use His wisdom in dating.   This is definitely an episode to share with people you know might benefit, so go ahead and be sure to send them a link!   For women who have had experience with narcissistic marriages or relationships in the past, remember - the heart-work (or healing!) needs to be done in *you* before you're ready to date, and another essential element is building a safe community around you.  God's people in our local congregations are indispensable here.   Never date someone in isolation.  Bring in godly, wise people to weigh in with their opinions.  Also, look at the man's FRUIT (Luke 6:43-46), his FAMILY relationships, his FRIEND groups, and his CHURCH community.   Kelli mentions Warren Lamb's book, Behind the Veil, as a great resource: https://amzn.to/3ATrbUA   For counseling information from Grace Matters, Kelli Russell's biblical counseling ministry, visit https://www.gracemattersministries.org/   Join our Christ-Dependent Single Motherhood Facebook community, for Christian single moms like you, whether you're divorced, separated, widowed, or never married! https://bit.ly/CDSMFacebook   Send us a note at christdependentsinglemoms@gmail.com    

In this episode of "In the Word, On the Go," pastor and author, Chris Brauns discusses various ages and stages of life, from Proverbs 20:29. Chris says, "Strength is beautiful, but wisdom is most valuable.The strength of youth should be spent in pursuit of wisdom." Special Guest: Chris Brauns.

07-27-2021 – Chris Brauns –Illinois pastor, with a Biblical and practical perspective of forgiveness

Pastor and author Chris Brauns discusses forgiveness in situations of grave offenses and unrepentant offenders. Chris is the author of Unpacking Forgiveness: Biblical Answers for Complex Questions and Deep Wounds. Learn more at chrisbrauns.com.

In this episode of In the Word, On the Go, pastor and author, Dr. Chris Brauns reminds us, from 2 Corinthians 13:13, where blessing comes from and how to get it. He says, "We sometimes think of grace as pocket change from God. But the beauty of Christ is that we're receiving him." Special Guest: Chris Brauns.

What comes to mind when you hear the word forgiveness? Maybe two other words come to mind, "I'm sorry." These two words can bring a tremendous amount of healing. However, when we think about forgiveness, there are a lot of different layers to it. For instance, what if the person who wronged you isn't seeking forgiveness or the person you wronged is unwilling to extend it? Senior Pastor Chris Brooks, Pastor Rob Bentz, and Taylor Schepper discuss all this and more on tonight's episode of The Link!Resources: "Unpacking Forgiveness" by Chris Brauns - https://tinyurl.com/1040a2b9Romans 12:9-21 - https://tinyurl.com/jsv9m5foThe Book of Philemon - https://tinyurl.com/1pt4oy5hSupport the show: https://woodsidebible.org/listen/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris Brauns is a pastor and author of the book, Unpacking Forgiveness. In today's episode we discuss the intricacies of what the Bible means by forgiveness. How should it apply? When should it not apply? Why is it so emotionally challenging? This is subject that touches all of us if we want to follow Jesus. Don't miss this one!

A new MP3 sermon from Calvary Bible Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Envision Biblical Repentance Speaker: Chris Brauns Broadcaster: Calvary Bible Church Event: Sunday - PM Date: 9/13/2020 Bible: 2 Corinthians 7:10-11; Genesis 44:18-34 Length: 44 min.

A new MP3 sermon from Calvary Bible Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: The Glorious Possibility of Repentance Speaker: Chris Brauns Broadcaster: Calvary Bible Church Event: Sunday - AM Date: 9/13/2020 Bible: Genesis 38; Revelation 5:4-5 Length: 34 min.

A new MP3 sermon from Calvary Bible Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Envision Biblical Repentance Speaker: Chris Brauns Broadcaster: Calvary Bible Church Event: Sunday - PM Date: 9/13/2020 Bible: 2 Corinthians 7:10-11; Genesis 44:18-34 Length: 44 min.

A new MP3 sermon from Calvary Bible Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: The Glorious Possibility of Repentance Speaker: Chris Brauns Broadcaster: Calvary Bible Church Event: Sunday - AM Date: 9/13/2020 Bible: Genesis 38; Revelation 5:4-5 Length: 34 min.

A new MP3 sermon from Calvary Bible Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: The Glorious Possibility of Repentance Speaker: Chris Brauns Broadcaster: Calvary Bible Church Event: Sunday - AM Date: 9/13/2020 Bible: Genesis 38; Revelation 5:4-5 Length: 34 min.

In this episode of "In the Word, On the Go," pastor and author, Dr. Chris Brauns, discusses how God's people should seek to bless others. Chris says, "The blessings of God flow into our lives so that we would intentionally make Christ known." "In the Word, On the Go" is sponsored by the New Growth Press (https://newgrowthpress.com/?aff=26). Special Guest: Chris Brauns.

Ephesians 4:32 ESV We can’t just receive it, we have to extend it. Matthew 5:23–24 ESV Luke 17:3–4 ESV 1 John 1:9–10 ESV Resist Bitterness 2 Timothy 4:14–16 ESV Forfeit your right to retaliate "The tragedy of revenge is that so often it is the warm gulf waters over which hurricanes of violence will circle. Small winds of injustice, whether real or perceived, swirl about, each increasing and bringing about more retaliation. One act of revenge leads to another. With each rotation, the cycle picks up speed, and a full-scale storm begins. Before you know it, more are sucked into the violence, and the cycle gets bigger" Chris Brauns, Unpacking Forgiveness Do your part. Romans 12:18-21 ESV

In this episode of "In the Word, On the Go," pastor and author, Dr. Chris Brauns, reminds us that the Lord uses self-discipline to provide protection for our lives. Commenting on Proverbs 25:28, Chris says, "We all battle for self-control in a fallen world. If we don't develop self-control, then we're open to every invader that would come across our path. Self-control is a fruit of the Spirit, so we want to pursue this in a gospel-oriented way." "In the Word, On the Go" is sponsored by the New Growth Press (https://newgrowthpress.com/?aff=26). Special Guest: Chris Brauns.

5 Questions For Your Next Pastor - Titus - 5-5-19 - Chris Brauns by Calvary Baptist Church MP

In this episode of "In the Word, On the Go," pastor and author, Dr. Chris Brauns, reminds us that grace promotes godliness. Commenting on Titus 2:12, Chris says, "Sanctification is as much by grace as justification. Hoist your sail and grow in grace, through the means of grace." "In the Word, On the Go" is sponsored by the Christian Standard Bible (https://csbible.com/). Special Guest: Chris Brauns.

In this episode of "In the Word, On the Go," pastor and author, Chris Brauns, discusses Revelation 22:2 and how the future can transform your life in the present. You'll have to listen to the entire episode to understand, but once you do, you'll understand what he means by the phrase: "Fifth tree on the right side of the river, as you face the throne." "In the Word, On the Go" is sponsored by the Christian Standard Bible (https://csbible.com/). Special Guest: Chris Brauns.

In this conversation hear from Lance Shealy, Western NC Multi-Area Director with 25 years of FCA experience, and Chris Brauns, National Sales Manager at Blue Ridge Molding and local FCA Board Chair, about great benefits of hosting an annual FCA board retreat.  

My guest for The Happy Hour # 220 is Tara-Leigh Cobble. Tara-Leigh is the founder of D-Group, an international network of weekly Bible studies that meet in homes and churches around the world. Today she is launching a short, daily podcast called The Bible Recap to help people not only READ the Bible but LOVE reading it! On today's show, I'm catching up with Tara-Leigh since she last visited The Happy Hour in 2016. One thing I hear from so many listeners is how they were encouraged to read their Bible after listening to Tara-Leigh on the show. Well, you're going to love this news, Tara-Leigh is launching a new podcast called The Bible Recap where she will take listeners chronologically through the Bible, and summarize and highlight the day's reading. And you guys, Tara-Leigh is about to celebrate 10 years of D-Group! Tara-Leigh then opens up about the suffering and trauma she's been through in the last few years including emotional and physical wounds. She shares how God has been faithful and kind and stayed so near even when she withdrew. Tara-Leigh also talks about how she's heard God call her to lay down her dream of marriage, and how she has changed her perspective to actively pursue singleness - including her Nunnymoon! {You can listen to the show HERE. And of course, I would love if you would share with your friends. Just use the FB & Twitter links at the end of this post!} Links from the Show Tara-Leigh's Website Learn About D Groups The Bible Recap Podcast YouVersion Bible App The Happy Hour #112 with Tara-Leigh Cobble What Tara-Leigh is loving: MyMaps function of Google Maps (for her trip!), Prison Podcasts (70 Million, Serial Season 3, Ear Hustle), and mushroom coffee What Tara-Leigh is reading: Gospels, Free of Me by Sharon Hodde Miller, and Unpacking Forgiveness by Chris Brauns   Jamie's recommendations: Lynching in America: Confronting the Legacy of Racial Terror podcast,  Just Mercy by Bryan Stevenson Connect with Tara-Leigh Facebook // Twitter // Instagram D Group Links: Facebook // Twitter // Instagram The Bible Recap Links: Facebook // Twitter // Instagram Connect with Jamie Facebook // Twitter // Instagram // YouTube Sponsors The Seven Deadly Friendships by Mary DeMuth - take the Deadly Friendship quiz Light Box Jewelry Grove Collaborative - $30 Mrs. Meyer's Gift Set for free with $20 order!

Joe and Jimmy talk about forgiveness: why it's so important to people, what it is, and when forgiveness is owed. We want you to check out the book, Unpacking Forgiveness by Chris Brauns. Plus, the guys open the mailbag, talk about Christmas metal, and there's "poop" in Joe's office... on the ceiling.