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The Ministry of Reconciliation: Embracing Our Divine Responsibility Through Christ

 

The Ministry of Reconciliation: Embracing Our Divine Responsibility Through Christ

“All this is from God, who reconciled us to himself through Christ and gave us the ministry of reconciliation.” — 2 Corinthians 5:18

Reconciliation — that’s our word for today. I am a recipient of reconciliation. The purpose of Jesus is to reconcile us back to God. You can’t reconcile a couple that was never together, but a couple who were once united and then separated can indeed be reconciled.

Jesus is like a marriage counselor — a divine therapist who fully understands both the divine (God) and the human (us). We once lived in our own Garden of Eden: free, joyful, in harmony with God and each other. But we could not restore that broken relationship on our own. While God kept reaching out, we hid. We blamed. We covered up. And so, we were separated from His presence.

Then Jesus came. As the ultimate mediator, He brought God and humanity back together. He restored us to the love and intimacy we once had in Eden. That’s who Jesus is — our divine Counselor and way-shower, demonstrating the power of reconciliation. I am a recipient of that reconciliation. And we all need Jesus.

Jesus: Our Divine Mediator

We cannot remove Jesus from this equation. God and humanity needed help. We needed healing. Jesus is that Counselor — the One who bridges the gap, who reconciles us to the Father. The first Adam caused the separation; the second Adam, Jesus Christ, brought reconciliation.

As the Scripture says, “God was in Christ, reconciling the world to Himself.” (2 Corinthians 5:19) Since I have received reconciliation, I now carry a responsibility — a ministry of reconciliation.


Two hands reaching out to symbolize reconciliation and divine connection

The Ministry of Reconciliation

The Bible commands: "Freely you have received; freely give." Because I have received the gift of reconciliation, I am now called to share it. This means letting go of condemnation and embracing grace. It means replacing judgment, shame, and guilt with mercy, love, and healing.

To minister means to serve. My service to God is helping others find their way back to Him. Whether you serve through preaching, teaching, dance, music, or simply showing kindness — it’s all about reconciliation. Bringing people back to God and bringing God back to people.

One Ministry, Many Roles

No matter your title — apostle, prophet, evangelist, pastor, or teacher — the core calling is the same: reconciliation. We are not only restoring relationship but also the rights, privileges, and benefits of being in right standing with God.

When we feel separated from God, we miss out on the fullness of His promises. But reconciliation brings those promises back to life. Thank God for Jesus!

Be the Mediator

We have been entrusted with the word of reconciliation. That’s our message — not condemnation, but redemption. Jesus didn’t come to condemn the world, but to save it. (John 3:17)

“There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.” — Romans 8:1

Let go of words of judgment. Speak words of reconciliation. People have suffered enough under shame and guilt. Now is the time to extend the hand of healing and restoration.

Reconciliation: Our Responsibility

  • Recipients: We have received the gift of reconciliation through Christ.
  • Ministry: We are called to serve as reconcilers — bringing others back to God.
  • Word: We carry the message of hope, grace, and restoration.

Question: When is the last time you have been a mediator of reconciliation in someone’s life?

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