Lord, Help Me—I'm Offended

Episode 26 of the Love Never Fails podcast, hosted by Jeremy Squires Sr., titled "Lord, Help Me—I'm Offended" was published on June 20, 2025 and runs 14 minutes.

June 20, 2025 ·14m · Love Never Fails

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Summary

In this powerful and transparent episode, Love Never Fails host Jeremy Squires unpacks the emotional and spiritual weight of offense through the lens of Proverbs 18:19:“A brother offended is harder to be won than a strong city.”Point 1: Talk to God FirstWhen we’re offended, it’s easy to replay the hurt, justify our anger, or seek others’ opinions. But the first step to healing is taking it to God. Jeremy encourages listeners to go beyond surface emotions and ask God to search their hearts—examining both actions and inactions that may have contributed to the situation. This step isn’t about blame—it’s about clarity, humility, and allowing the Holy Spirit to shine a light on every hidden place.Point 2: Let God Heal Your HeartOffense left unchecked becomes a spiritual wound. Jeremy walks listeners through the importance of inviting God to heal those wounds through forgiveness. Forgiveness doesn’t excuse the hurt—but it releases us from the bondage of bitterness. With God's help, we can forgive, overcome, and move forward in freedom, even when the apology never comes.Whether you're battling fresh pain or still carrying old offense, this episode is a heartfelt guide to walking in grace, humility, and healing. Let God soften your heart, restore your peace, and remind you—love truly never fails.

Episode Description

In this powerful and transparent episode, Love Never Fails host Jeremy Squires unpacks the emotional and spiritual weight of offense through the lens of Proverbs 18:19:

“A brother offended is harder to be won than a strong city.”

Point 1: Talk to God First
When we’re offended, it’s easy to replay the hurt, justify our anger, or seek others’ opinions. But the first step to healing is taking it to God. Jeremy encourages listeners to go beyond surface emotions and ask God to search their hearts—examining both actions and inactions that may have contributed to the situation. This step isn’t about blame—it’s about clarity, humility, and allowing the Holy Spirit to shine a light on every hidden place.

Point 2: Let God Heal Your Heart
Offense left unchecked becomes a spiritual wound. Jeremy walks listeners through the importance of inviting God to heal those wounds through forgiveness. Forgiveness doesn’t excuse the hurt—but it releases us from the bondage of bitterness. With God's help, we can forgive, overcome, and move forward in freedom, even when the apology never comes.

Whether you're battling fresh pain or still carrying old offense, this episode is a heartfelt guide to walking in grace, humility, and healing. Let God soften your heart, restore your peace, and remind you—love truly never fails.