Over the last few weeks, we have been reflecting on our relationship with Jesus and how that relationship should transform us.
Today, St. Paul reminds us what that transformation looks like: “Owe nothing to anyone, except to love one another.” Love is at the heart of our faith because, as St. John tells us, “God is love.”
But love is not always easy.
People disappoint us. They hurt us. Sometimes those closest to us cause the deepest wounds. And sometimes we are the ones who hurt others.
This week I came across a simple line: “Forgiveness is a function of love.”
Forgiveness allows us to turn our attention away from the wound so that healing can begin and love can grow.
We cannot do this by ourselves. Forgiveness becomes possible when we remain close to Christ and allow His love to transform us—teaching us to love, to heal, and ultimately to forgive.
Living in Love with God 
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