One of my sons, and I’m not telling you which one, struggles with mistakes. He makes as many as anyone else but has difficulty accepting responsibility for them. As we mature in our faith it’s vital we get used to being wrong.

It’s a fundamental of the gospel that we’re wrong and that it’s our responsibility. The wonder is that once we’ve accepted our hopelessness Jesus steps in and redeems us.

This redemption should permeate the church, allowing graciously for mistakes and errors while giving the space for repentance and restoration. This is the rich soil that allows for friendship and spiritual growth.

Trouble comes when we hide our mistakes or worse blame others for them. No-one is really fooled and personal integrity suffers.

1. admit our mistakes

2. freely forgive

3. learn from them

4. grow

AMEN

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