Getting Along With Others

"Repay no one evil for evil. Have regard for good things in the sight of all men. If it is possible, as much as depends on you, live peaceably with all men. Beloved, do not avenge yourselves, but rather give place to wrath; for it is written, “Vengeance is Mine, I will repay,” says the Lord. Therefore “If your enemy is hungry, feed him; If he is thirsty, give him a drink; For in so doing you will heap coals of fire on his head.” Do not be overcome by evil but overcome evil with good." - Romans 12:17-21

Is there someone with whom you have a broken relationship. Someone that you cannot be reconciled to? My assumption is that it remains broken is not because you do not seek it, but that they reject your attempts at being reconciled to them. At least that is my hope.  Our role in a broken relationship, I think, is that we are not to harbor any ill will toward others. To initiate the attempt to be reconciled, having an attitude of forgiveness. We are willing to extend forgiveness, just like God has done. What people do with it is up to them - just like it is with man toward God. Even though God has offered grace and mercy through Jesus, people who reject His offer are bound for hell. Not God's choice - it's theirs. 

Like the prodigal son.  The father looked to where the road crested the hill every day with hopes that one day he would see his son returning. We need to be ready to receive the prodigals in our lives should they repent and return. But it may not happen. And like the father, who did not chase after the son, we must wait for a change of heart. Hoping every day that it will happen - saddened at the thought that it may not.

In the meantime - we pray for them and look to the hill. 

Think about it – Pray about it – Believe it – Walk in it. Let your light shine and give God the glory. 

By Faith Alone By His Grace Alone And For His Glory Alone