Forgiveness Palacios

The greatest gift given to us by Jesus was the Gift of Forgiveness. Yet, the greatest challenge for many people is To Forgive! Below is a poem reflecting on this thought.

Forgiveness

When a hurtful word is spoken Or an unkind deed is done I always remember I am not the only one Who has ever been mistreated Stepped upon or pushed aside By thoughtless harmful actions Or selfish pride.

God’s word is clear and simple About what I must do When I have been offended By friend or foe’s misuse: “forgive...and be forgiven” I dare not keep a score— Seventy times seven Times seven hundred more.

When I am unforgiving, The battle I’ll not win; For I need my Father’s mercy To blot out all my sin. Forgiving is not easy Yet I know it can be done: I look to Christ my Savior, The Holy, Sinless One.

When Jesus died upon the cross His Words rang clear and true, “Father, please forgive them, For they know not what they do.” As the Precious Lamb of God Christ wants me to see: Forgiving is the power That sets my spirit free! Forgiveness is God’s wondrous gift That sets my spirit free! Brenda Terrell

Forgiveness means setting the captive bird free, then realizing... You have been the captive bird!

—Palacios

The Gallup Land Partners and Adventure Gallup have given us one of the coolest recreational trails in the Four Corners Area. If you haven’t spent any time on the High Desert Trail System, you need to get out there.

Our area is the mecca for Native American handmade crafts. Several businesses in town celebrate this extraordinary industry. These hands belong to Tanya June Rafael, who is well-known by collectors from around the world.

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One of the most unique landscape formations of our area is the hogback that runs from the south to the northeast of town. It has several access points to get out and explore.

Volunteers in our community are always coming up with new ways to spend time in extracurricular activities. This picture is of a group of young bicyclists who are taking part in the new Gallup Composite NICA Team.

A good sense of humor goes a long way…..