Nov 10 2007
Blessed are the peacemakers
Who do I need to restore a broken relationship with today?
The Purpose Driven Life, p. 159
I had a disagreement with my older sister. She said something that I construed as hurtful, and I attacked her character. It was a battle of words, with neither of us, as stubborn as we are, wanting to admit defeat. Before we went our separate ways, we decided that we should pray to God, individually, and seek His guidance. For a while now, I’ve struggled with my thoughts and feelings about this conflict. Today, this chapter of The Purpose Driven Life book mentions 1 Peter 3:11 (NLT)
Turn away from evil and do good. Search for peace, and work to maintain it.
Now I understand that I must concentrate on restoring my relationship with my sister. I must attack the problem, not my sister. I must admit that I am wrong to perpetuate this conflict.
For about a month now that I’ve prayed to God and venting to Him how I feel about this. I no longer have bitter thoughts and hurt feelings, this is the best time for me to reconcile with her. So just now, I have sent my first email to her. Update is forthcoming.
Update Nov 12 2007: my sister emailed back and stated that she has forgiven me. I think it will take her some time to open up and write more on her thoughts on this.
