Aaaaaaaaaahhhhhhhhh!!!Have you ever had a day that seemed like nothing was going right? Yesterday was one of those days. After working on this writing for two hours and having nothing fall into place, I had to walk away from it for a while.
What is your response when it seems like everything and everyone is working against you? Do you get angry and become quick to blame someone else or make excuses for your mistakes? Is it hard for you to look at yourself and say, "I was wrong, I need to change"? Is it even harder go to someone else and say these things? You might ask why does it matter, or what difference does it make?
Jesus said in Matthew 5: 21-24, "You have heard that it was said to the people long ago, 'Do not murder, and anyone who murders will be subject to judgment.' But I tell you that anyone who is angry with his brother will be subject to judgment. Again, anyone who says to his brother, 'Raca,' is answerable to the Sanhedrin. But anyone who says, 'You fool!' will be in danger of the fire of hell. Therefore, if you are offering your gift at the altar and there remember that your brother has something against you, leave your gift there in front of the altar. First go and be reconciled to your brother; then come and offer your gift."
We were created for relationship - relationship with each other and with God our Father, the Creator of all things. When we have broken or strained relationships with each other, we cannot be where God wants us to be. What relationship in your life needs mended? Go to that person and say something like, "I was wrong in doing______________. I am sorry. Please forgive me." Following up with a caring touch, or a hug if it is a friend or family member, can go a long way in relieving the tension in the relationship and opening up that person's spirit to your apology.
The LORD bless you with the heart of a child who is quick to be sorry for the wrongs done to you and with a readiness to seek forgiveness when you are wrong.
I love you,
Ruth
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