Friendship

Making Peace First

"First be reconciled to your brother, and then come and offer your gift."
Matthew 5:24

Reflection

Jesus said to stop worship and go make peace. To God, a broken friendship matters more than a perfect service.

Prayer

Jesus, give me courage to go and make peace. Amen!

Talk about it as a family

  1. What did Jesus say to do before bringing a gift?
  2. Why does a broken friendship matter so much to God?
  3. Who might you need to make peace with?

5-minute activity

Write a short "let's make peace" note to someone you've had a disagreement with. Pray together before delivering it. Read Matthew 5:23-24.

The story in the Bible

The Sermon on the MountRead the illustrated story →

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