It seems like in college we are always surrounded by people-you have class with your friends, eat meals with your friends, and even live with your friends! Friendships are such a blessing, but sometimes we don't get along.
"When you are on the way to court with your adversary, settle your differences quickly. Otherwise, your accuser may hand you over to the judge, who will hand you over to an officer, and you will be thrown into prison"-Matthew 5:25
Pride is an ugly thing...and it can be
detrimental to our friendships. As followers of Christ, we should seek reconciliation during these times. If every person you came into contact was Jesus, how would you treat them? I know that seems a little extreme, but think about it! God has created
every human being; we are
all His children. The way we approach others and seek reconciliation should reflect our understanding of the gospel and the grace that God has for us. Disputes and miscommunications are going to happen regardless. However, a response of unity should manifest from our desire to live like Jesus.
"And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in one body"-Colossians 3:15
We have a purpose while here on this earth (Matt. 28:19-20) and if we are
truly focused on living this out, any sort of disagreement or dispute doesn't seem as important. We need to take the first step of initiating peace and reconciliation within relationships so that we may move on and press towards our goal of serving Christ. It is amazing how much God has blessed me by my friends and how much I have learned from people. Don't retreat from broken relationships,
engage in them and be transformed by a restored understanding.
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