I Am a Reconciler
Scripture Reading — 2 Corinthians 5:16-20
All this is from God, who reconciled us to himself through Christ and gave us the ministry of reconciliation.
Hostility, conflict, and division seem to be the narrative of our times. Society is splintering at an alarming rate. Yet in this toxic environment we are called to be followers of Jesus Christ. As new creatures, we have been given a calling to extend the reconciling work of Jesus to our world.
Following Jesus’ example, we are to work at bridging chasms that divide people. Instead of fueling disagreement with inflammatory speech, we can season our speech with grace and kindness. With a humble spirit of goodwill, we can strive to find common ground with others. We can seek to build networks of understanding. We are called to be God’s peacemakers in a divided world.
Our main mission is to assist people in reconciling with God and discovering peace with him through his Son, Jesus Christ.
As reconcilers, we serve as linking agents of God’s mercy and grace. With one hand extended to a hurting world and the other firmly held by our gracious Lord and God, we aim to help others connect with God and find forgiveness and new life in him.
In what ways can you bring the peace of God into your surroundings today?
Spirit of God, empower us to stand in the gap, clarify your message, and radiate Jesus’ love to the people around us. May we be vessels of your peace in our world today. Amen.
About the author — Dan Jongsma
Daniel Jongsma serves as an interim pastor in Fulton, Illinois. He has pastored congregations in Elmhurst and Fulton, Illinois; in Dearborn, Michigan; and in Nashville, Tennessee. Dan also served as a church planter in the Chicago area. He and his wife, Gloria, have three daughters and four grandchildren.
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