The book of Ephesians was written to give the church instructions on how to live together as the body of Christ. I guess people in the first century dealt with some of the same interpersonal challenges as we do today! Do we have to perfectly let go of all bitterness and anger in order to be God’s beloved children? No! Does getting rid of bitterness and anger improve our lives together as the body of Christ? Yes! Does it give us a sweet taste of the kingdom of heaven? Yes!!

May Christ’s work of forgiveness be reborn in us today. Make us your instruments, Lord Jesus , so that thy kingdom may come. Amen.