2 Corinthians 7

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2 Corinthians 7:2-4, Make room for us in your hearts. We have wronged no one, we have corrupted no one, we have exploited no one.  I do not say this to condemn you; I have said before that you have such a place in our hearts that we would live or die with you. I have spoken to you with great frankness; I take great pride in you. I am greatly encouraged; in all our troubles my joy knows no bounds.

Paul continues to express his love and dedication to the Corinthians.  Despite their disobedience and their lack of confidence in him, Paul has confidence and love for them.  In fact, Paul says that he would live or die with them.  He is making the point that their relationship as brothers and sisters in Christ will not end with physical death.  They are united for eternity.  This means something! 

Have you ever considered that you are united with your fellow believers for eternity?  This usually brings me great joy.  I've met Christians all over the world who I know I won't ever meet again in this earthly life.  But yet, we will be together in heaven forever.  At the same time, there are believers who I know with whom I've never quite gotten along.  Guess what?  I also will spend eternity with them.  Our bonds as Christians brothers and sisters are strong, friends.

Is there a Christian brother or sister with whom you have disagreed and you need to make amends?  Our allegiance to Jesus should always trump our individual disagreements.  I'm not saying to be a doormat.  However, think about the disagreement, pray about it, and see how God wants you to proceed. 

Let's pray...Dear Lord, We thank you for your amazing love and forgiveness.  We are so broken and flawed.  We mess up a lot.  God, if there is someone with whom we need to make amends, particularly another believer, please help us find a way.  Lead us, direct us, convict us.  In your name, Amen.