Jesus replied, “All who love me will
do what I say. My Father will love them, and we will come and make our home
with each of them.” John 14:23 (NLT)
Recently, I had my hair appointment
with the same hair dresser of seventeen years. We have gotten to know each
other through our visits and we always catch up on how our families are doing. Pete
told me he has not seen his granddaughter for the past six weeks. I asked him
why. He explained his wife of 12 years
and his grown son who is thirty are at odds with each other. Pete’s wife believes her stepson and his wife
do not like nor show her any respect. They do not even address her by any name.
Her feelings are hurt and she has dug her heels in and wants an apology.
Meanwhile, the stepson does not
feel they have done anything wrong and refuses to apologize. Pete is very disturbed
by this. He just wants peace and to see his granddaughter, who has just turned one
year old. I too being a peacemaker can understand both sides.
As a daughter of God, I desire to
do His will each day. The Holy Spirit prompted me to share a fresh perspective on
this situation with Pete. I explained, “Because
of my faith, everything I see and hear goes through the heart of Jesus. He has
taught us to forgive just as He forgives us. If your wife or your son would
consider God’s teaching to forgive, they may be able to find peace.” Pete was
encouraged to share this perspective and hopeful they may find resolution and
healing.
Father, thank you for giving me the opportunity to
bring You Glory through my response.
© 2018 Marianne Lucot
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