Be Reconciled with God
Be Reconciled with God
Main Idea
The lecture revolves around the call for a person to be reconciled with God, as reconciliation is one of the core goals of redemption accomplished on the Cross, through which God reconciled the world to Himself in Jesus Christ and called people to live this reconciliation practically.
Spiritual and Educational Dimension
- Sin causes a loss of peace and relationship with God, turning the relationship into hostility or spiritual coldness.
- Continuing in sin affects not only prayer, but also distances a person from the holy sacraments, confession, service, and everything connected to God.
- God is the initiator of reconciliation; He knocks on the door of the heart and sends His grace, His Spirit, and His servants to bring the person back to Him.
- True reconciliation requires a sincere desire from the depth of the heart, not a temporary emotional reaction due to distress or trials.
- Desire alone is not sufficient; it must be accompanied by practical struggle and cooperation with God’s grace.
- A person must distance himself from stumbling blocks and live in a spiritual atmosphere that supports steadfastness and growth.
- Reconciliation moves the person from mere peace to love, from fear to fellowship, and from spiritual coldness to warmth.
- The practical evidence of reconciliation is a changed life, renewal of the mind and behavior, and no regret or longing for the former life of sin.
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