With halting steps, I made my way toward her and another friend. Reaching deep inside, I smiled; made eye contact; and listened as my voice greeted them. I had tried everything to resolve the conflict that had been present for over a year with her, but nothing had been satisfactory. Both of them stood with their eyes locked on me. It seemed like time was frozen for a few brief super awkward moments. None of us breathed. Each one choosing their response. One embraced me and one turned and walked away. This just made the rest of this special event extremely awkward. Relationship chaos can really mess with your head and heart. I seriously take to heart his words in Romans 12:18, “Do everything possible on your part to live in peace with everybody…” Having done this, all that is left is to leave the gate open for resolution at a future time. The prodigal’s father stood waiting for His son to return. I believe that is what we are called to do. After doing everything possible, leave the gate open.
Anyone else ever have relationship chaos? Anyone else ever tempted to just give up? Me too. We have a Father that is bigger than all of this and He redeems and restores. Will you join me in leaving the gate open?
