While reading about today’s bad news, I wondered why our world cannot be peaceful. Reading tales of disastrous global conflicts, I thought leaders must let bygones be bygones.
I turned to my Bible and read tthese words of our Lord: “Lord, how many times shall I forgive my brother, He who sins against me? Up to seven times?” Jesus answered, “I tell you, not seven times, but seventy-seven times.” As Jesus told Peter, letting bygones pass by empowers peace of mind to be everywhere. As a Christian, I try to enrich my days with Bible texts, prayers, and meditations on the true healing belief in following faith.
The situation in current affairs is quite grim. God calls us to educate ourselves and our children in constructive actions. This will contribute to the mighty task of providing power to the peaceful.
We can explain our beliefs, guide others to see how the Holy Spirit can work among mere humans, and allow individuals to choose their beliefs for peace. If everyone lets bygones be bygones, humanity can have blooming good years ahead.
Like most, I can waste my thoughts on silent grievances. Following Jesus’ path and wisdom will help me keep smiling and being kind.
Keep your heart and soul in the right place. Stay calm, explore your inherent attributes, and focus on forgiveness—at least seventy times seven. Doing so gives power to the peaceful.
Julie Grenness is a former teacher and catechist who is now a writer of many online articles, mainly for baby boomers. She is also a caregiver for a geriatric and a part-time tutor and mentor of young Australians from many lands. She aims to be a woman of God and to walk humbly in the path of Jesus.