As we move toward the end of the New Testament I find myself journaling larger and larger sections of scripture. And specific words and phrases feel like a balm to my soul. Paul’s way of being bold, and even harsh at times with the truth of our sin and its effects is then tempered with his gentle and loving reminders of who we are in Christ, and the incredible love of God the Father for His children. I feel like I can almost hear the pleading in his voice calling us back to o