Love And Forgiveness Pleases God

Love and Forgiveness Pleases God How often have we cringed and remained silent after someone speaks because what they have said is right out offensive or immoral? How many times have we watched a loved one disrespect another in the household and we’ve said nothing. Do you have a child who has no regard for authority, speaks with an unclean mouth and gossips with no reproachful utterance from you? How many times have we been asked for forgiveness of repeated offenses? How many times must we forgive? ”Mommy why is that man pulling that lady’s arm like that? Why doesn’t she say something?” “Never mind honey. You’re too young to understand.” Jesus warned, “Occasions for stumbling are bound to come, but woe to anyone by whom they come! It would be better for you if a millstone were hung around your neck and you were thrown into the sea than for you to cause one of these little ones to stumble.” “And if the same person sins against you seven times a day, and turns back to you seven times and says, ’I repent,’ you must forgive.” It’s human nature to avoid confrontation. But should we be more fearful of each other rather than the wrath of God? Talk together about morals, values, and righteous behavior when everyone is at peace. Then we might have a better chance at addressing each other’s shortcomings when we need to contest another’s actions. Meditating and praying daily over our experiences and faults would certainly make us more mindful of our dishonest and hurtful actions. When we are the ones who need reprimanding could we be so bold as to call ourselves out in front of our loved ones? Imagine how much more effective a practice that would be to confess to others in your home about what you have wrongfully done, what you have failed to do, and your declaration to improve thoughtful deeds, encouraging actions, positive responses and constructive thoughts. How adults behave, the way we speak, even our mannerisms have a direct effect on each other and especially will influence how children will respond and imitate us. ”Mommy why is that man pulling that lady’s arm like that? Why doesn’t she say something?” “Sweetheart, that’s not the way people should treat each other. They should talk about treating each other better. If you notice that me or Daddy are treating each other not so nice, talk to us. We all make mistakes. But when we sin we need to realize it and then it’s our job to do what pleases God.” “Mommy, what pleases God?” “Love and forgiveness, baby. Love and forgiveness pleases God.”