Christian Reflection and Prayer

Scripture:

"Leave your gift there in front of the altar. First go and be
reconciled to your brother; then come and offer your gift"
(Matthew 5:24 )

Reflection:

it is not easy to sing praises to God when you're angry
with the person sitting next to you. Or you feel the eyes
of one you have wronged glaring at you. Or you sense that
a wrong relationship with a brother or sister is getting in the
way of a right relationship with your Father.

Before  you attempt to show your love for God by singing,
praying, or searching His Word, go to someone you treated
wrongly, and deal with the grievance.

The heart that yearns to stay right with God will not resist
His command to get right with others.

Prayer:

Almighty God, remind me to always be mindful of
reconciliation to those I have treated wrongly. May I always
strive to be right with others. In Your Holy and Blessed Name.
Amen