Dear Church,

“All this is from God, who reconciled us to himself through Christ and gave us the ministry of reconciliation: that God was reconciling the world to himself in Christ, not counting people’s sins against them. And he has committed to us the message of reconciliation” (2 Corinthians 5:18-19).

If you follow Christ, you’ve been entrusted with a sacred calling — the ministry of reconciliation. This means we are not just recipients of God’s grace but also agents of reconciliation in a world filled with division and conflict.  We are called to be bridge builders, not wall builders.

Why?  Because God has done everything necessary to restore our relationship with Him. Through Christ, He has not counted our sins against us, and now He has entrusted us with this message of restored relationships to share with others.

So, how can you work to become an agent of reconciliation right where you are – in your family, workplace, and community? 

The key is to focus on reconciliation rather than resolution. Reconciliation means restoring a broken relationship, often through forgiveness, grace, and a renewed commitment to love and unity – all these are sourced in God. It doesn’t mean you’ll remarry your ex who walked away with another woman or become best friends with someone who hurt you deeply; it just means you’re at peace with each other.  Resolution, on the other hand, is about solving every disagreement. And the reality is, that’s often not possible. Differences will always exist in your marriage, friendships, and work relationships because we live in a broken world.

Focusing on reconciliation means prioritizing the relationship over the issue. It reflects the heart of God, who reconciled us to Himself even while we were still sinners.  Again, church, lasting reconciliation is sourced in God’s presence, power, and provision.

Be Encouraged,
Mathews