For the last three weeks we have been talking about the letter that Paul wrote to Philemon, and how it helps us understand what we need to do in our own lives to forgive others, ask for forgiveness, or help two friends forgive each other. I know that some of you acted right away, taking steps to restore relationships that were broken. I want to encourage each of you though to remember that forgiveness is something that isn’t just a one time deal. Maybe two weeks ago you needed to ask for forgiveness and this week you need to forgive someone. Maybe when we first started looking at Philemon you helped two people to forgive each other, and this week you need to go ask for forgiveness. We are all sinners, so we will all hurt each other from time to time, and when that happens we need to ask for, and give forgiveness. Being an offender, forgiver or intercessor isn’t just a one time thing, so maybe you should ask yourself, “which one do I need to be this week?”
