Jesus asks us to believe that forgiveness is the door which leads to reconciliation. In telling us to forgive our brothers unreservedly, he is asking us to do something utterly radical, but he also gives us the grace to do it. What appears, from a human perspective, to be impossible, impractical and even at times repugnant, he makes possible and fruitful through the infinite power of his cross. The cross of Christ reveals the power of God to bridge every division, to heal every wound, and to re-establish the original bonds of brotherly love.
- Homily of Pope Francis, August 18, 2014, Korea
Have you offended someone deliberately, or by accident. One is a sin. Both are not worthy of our Christian calling. Both call for reconciliation. At times it seems too difficult to reconcile with others. That is human. When we have been hurt, especially in a large way, it is hard to forgive. rather than avoid reconciliation, maybe the best approach is to pray for healing. This is an act of faith. When healing has begun, then it is easier to seek reconciliation.
- Homily of Pope Francis, August 18, 2014, Korea
Have you offended someone deliberately, or by accident. One is a sin. Both are not worthy of our Christian calling. Both call for reconciliation. At times it seems too difficult to reconcile with others. That is human. When we have been hurt, especially in a large way, it is hard to forgive. rather than avoid reconciliation, maybe the best approach is to pray for healing. This is an act of faith. When healing has begun, then it is easier to seek reconciliation.