Peace

‘Bear with one another and forgive one another
if any of you has a grievance against someone.
Forgive as the Lord forgave you.’
(Colossians 3:13)

The place where we ought to see forgiveness on display especially is in the fellowship of Christians
whether at church or in the home. The forgiveness of the Lord has been granted to us; thus,
we should also forgive. It also means that we should be willing to apologise and show repentance
when we have offended. It is strange to go to a church where the cross is the chief symbol, and
the Holy Communion is the chief meal and to come across division and antagonism and even slander.
The church ought to be a loving community, as God so loved the world.

Question for thought:  Is my church a loving community?

Gracious heavenly Father, we pray for members in the Diocese of Aba Ngwa and
Oyo Nigeria as they cope with many challenges. Thank you for their courage in the face of persecution.
May the hope of the gospel strengthen.