Welcome to our service today. It is great to have you here and we would love to invite you to stay after the service and join us for morning tea.
Reconciliation is at the heart of the Christian faith. Through Jesus Christ, God bridged the infinite gap between His holiness and our sinfulness, restoring a relationship we could never repair on our own. This was a total transformation – enemies of God becoming His children.
When we receive this gift, we’re also entrusted with a mission – to be agents of reconciliation in our relationships. Whether it’s with family, friends, or even enemies, we are called to extend the same grace we’ve been given. This doesn’t mean ignoring pain or injustice, but it does mean choosing forgiveness over bitterness, humility over pride, and love over division.
Reconciliation is rarely easy. It takes courage, patience, faith and mostly prayer! But every time we pursue peace, we reflect Christ’s work in us. And in doing so, we help reveal the Kingdom of God to a hurting world.
Perhaps today we need to ask the Lord – Is there someone I need to forgive? Let us let God have His reconciling love flow through us.
With love & blessings,
Sandra
Beckenham Baptist Church 