Reconciliation
‘Therefore, if you are offering your gift on the altar and there remember your
brother or sister has something against, leave your gift there in front of the altar.
First go and be reconciled to them; then come and offer your gift’
Matthew 5:32-24
‘Reconciliation’ has become a popular word. It often describes the desired relationship
between two people groups. But it is also an important element in personal relationships.
A man I knew once wronged his wife. In the end he repented and sought the forgiveness, which she gave.
Their marriage could not resume, and he accepted that. But they were friends and worked together
as much as possible for the sake of their children. In other words, they were reconciled.
Repentance and forgiveness led to peace between them. This is something God offers
us and that we should seek ourselves in our human relations.
Question for thought: Am I reconciled to God and to others?
Almighty God, again we bring before you members in South Sudan in the Diocese of Rumbek
as they care and support widows, orphans and people with disability.
May they continue to grow in their love and knowledge of the Lord Jesus
so they can stand against persecution and not be overwhelmed by Islamic militants. Amen.