God's Glory Church

“When we confess our sins, He is faithful and righteous to forgive us.” — 1 John 1:9

Looking at the phone, I frowned and sighed. My friend and I had a serious disagreement about our children, and I knew I should have called back and apologized. I didn’t want to do it, because we still haven’t come to an agreement, but I knew that during our last conversation I was far from kind and humble.

While waiting for the call, I thought: “What if she doesn’t forgive me or doesn’t want to continue being friends?” I remembered the words of the song, which brought me back to the moment when I confessed my sin to God. I felt relieved because I knew that God had forgiven me and freed me from guilt.

We cannot control people’s reactions to our attempts to solve relationship problems. If we humbly ask for forgiveness and make the necessary changes, we allow God to heal the relationship. Even if we feel pain from unresolved problems in relationships with people, peace with God is always possible. God’s arms are open and He wants to show us the grace and mercy we need. “When we confess our sins, He is faithful and righteous to forgive us our sins and cleanse us from all unrighteousness” (1 John 1:9).

How does forgiveness create peace? With God’s help, what steps will you take this week to reconcile with another person?

Dear God, remind me of Your infinite grace. Help me to be more humble and trust You in all my relationships.

Author: Jennifer Benson