“Then came Peter to him, and said, Lord how oft shall my brother sin against me, and I forgive him? till seven times? Jesus saith unto him, I say not unto thee, Until seven times: but, Until seventy times seven” (Matthew 18:21-22).
Did Peter ask his question regarding those who repeatedly say or do things to hurt us or our testimony?How sad when their actions cause conflicts within the body of believers. Haven’t you ever wondered, how long do you tolerate people like that? How many times do you deal with it until you’ve had enough? Do the math. Somewhere between seven and 490, a resolution will be attained. As a Christian, don’t be guilty of carrying grudges or seeking revenge. Keep on forgiving and see the impact this has on the lives of others. It may have a special effect on those who often give you grief.
Sue Winchester
Missouri
PRAY TOGETHER: Pray for believers in Malaysia, where persecution is often severe.
