Good day, good people! This is the day that the Lord has made; never forget that. Regardless of what you face in the morning, afternoon, or evening, this day for you and me is a gift, so let’s cherish it.
As we come to the end of this month of May, I want us to pause and reflect on something important: restoration in relationships.
How many relationships that we have lost actually needed restoration? How many still need restoration today?
Sometimes, when separation happens between us and other people, we quickly conclude that God intended for us to part ways forever. While there are moments where separation is necessary, not every broken relationship was meant to remain broken. Some relationships require healing, reconciliation, and restoration.
But let us be honest—restoration is not always easy. It can be difficult to rebuild a relationship that has been damaged by hurt, disappointment, betrayal, misunderstanding, or distance. Often, pain makes it easier to walk away than to return and rebuild.
Yet Scripture reminds us that God can work even through seasons of separation.
Philemon 1:15 (NIV)
Perhaps the reason he was separated from you for a little while was that you might have him back forever—
This verse shows us that sometimes separation is not always the end of the story. At times, God may allow distance for a season so that restoration can happen in a deeper and more meaningful way later.
However, discernment is necessary in these situations. Human understanding is limited, and we cannot always fully understand what God is doing behind the scenes. That is why we must seek wisdom and guidance from Him.
We see this clearly in the life of Joseph. After everything his brothers did against him, Joseph said:
Genesis 50:20 (NIV)
“You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives.”
What others intended for harm, God was still able to use for good. This reminds us that God can redeem broken situations and restore what seemed lost.
As we know, Fridays are for gratitude. Today, let us thank God for the relationships. He has already restored us in our lives. Let us also pray for wisdom, healing, forgiveness, and restoration in the relationships that still need His touch.
Takeaway
Not every separation is meant to be permanent. Some relationships may need healing, growth, forgiveness, and restoration. Ask God for discernment to know which relationships He is calling you to restore, and trust Him to guide the process.
Prayer: Abba, Father, we thank you in Jesus’ name. Ameni!