Too Late for Repentance?

God Blesses and Recreates

A Troubled Birth

Hebrews 12:14-17 The Message

14-17 Work at getting along with each other and with God. Otherwiseyou’ll never get so much as a glimpse of God. Make sure no one gets left out of God’s generosity. Keep a sharp eye out for weeds of bitter discontent. A thistle or two gone to seed can ruin a whole garden in no time. Watch out for the Esau syndrome: trading away God’s lifelong gift in order to satisfy a short-term appetite. You wellknow how Esau later regretted that impulsive act and wanted God’s blessing—but by then it was too late, tears or no tears.

For Reflection

Is it ever too late to repent?

Esau traded his love for his brother for selfish ends. He regretted that impulse as did his brother Jacob. Jacob through prayer got the courage to approach Esau.  Through God, reconciliation is never too late.

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Pray about the relationships that keep you from acting on the love and grace of God.  Pray for the courage to initiate reconciliation.


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