Little by little as we walk with God and work the steps, we become aware of who we are and how we relate to others. As we prayerfully review our lives with God, He will reveal where we have caused harm, and where some form of amends remains outstanding to another. We have asked God to remove our defects of character and are now willing to make a list of those to whom we need to make amends.
It is God who knows our hearts and what interaction each person is ready to give or receive. God is willing to share His wisdom and plans with us if we will consult Him, listen for His direction, and then act on what He says.
Show me the right path, O Lord; point out the road for me to follow. Lead me by your truth and teach me, for you are the God who saves me. All day long I put my hope in you. (Psalm 25:4-5 NLT)
Any person involved in this process is on a journey of facing and dealing with trauma, and that has challenges that need time and care. We don’t want to be too early or too late in the action we take.
It is not only the right time to make our list of those we have harmed, but also the time to become willing to see what God sees, and agree with Him about how and when to make things right.
Prayer: Heavenly Father, I want to be willing to face how I have harmed others and be available to make things right with them in the way and time that You know is best for all of us. Help me to learn from my past mistakes and be more considerate of others. I ask You for healing grace for all those with whom I need to make amends and also for myself. Encourage all of us to receive the love and forgiveness offered through Jesus Christ. Amen
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