“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God.”
(Matthew 5:9 ESV)
“Let no corrupting talk come out of your mouths, but only such as is good for building up, as fits the occasion, that it may give grace to those who hear.“
(Ephesians 4:29 ESV)
Just two little words. They can bring about healing of hurt feelings or not mean anything at all. There are times when saying you’re sorry means a great deal to the one you’re saying it to. It can mend broken hearts if said in the way it should be.
I have a neighbor who does stupid things. Usually to me. He says he’s sorry, but that is his go-to phrase to try to get you to not be mad and report him.
You can usually tell when someone isn’t really sorry. It’s just not genuine. Years ago, there was a phrase WWJD. What would Jesus do? I would see it all over the place. I remember that, and when someone does stupid to me, I ask myself that: What would Jesus do in this situation?
I know Jesus would forgive them and walk in love. But it’s really hard for me when this person does the same thing over and over, expecting a different outcome each time. But one thing we, as Christians, need to learn is to forgive each other. When you say you’re sorry about something, mean it. Don’t just say it because you think that’s what the other person wants to hear.
When someone gets under your skin, stop before you speak. Then ask yourself, what would Jesus do?
Have a great day, everyone.
Kathy Keller
Writer and Prayer warrior with Answers2Prayer Ministries
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