“The community of the saints is not an “ideal” community consisting of perfect and sinless men and women, where there is no need of further repentance. No, it is a community which proves that it is worthy of the gospel of forgiveness by constantly and...
“EGR,” she quipped with a smile and an exaggerated sigh. My quizzical look prompted a response. “You know…extra grace required.” Unexpectedly, our prayer for others had shifted from intercession to a Christianized version of gossip...