Three Keys for Good Relationships

There are varying themes in the book of Proverbs throughout the 31 chapters. One of those themes is on relationships. Therein you will see principles, precepts and prescriptive insights on how to improve relationships. That in itself is worth the read. Despite all the technology and media platforms, sociologists say loneliness is the number one emotional issue people are struggling with. One of the primary solutions to loneliness is healthy families. Sadly, this is often not the case. The principles of getting along with others are first to be learned in the safe and nurturing environment of the home.

Since this Sunday is Mother’s Day; I would be blessed it you would email me and tell me about your relationship with your mother. Sadly, some may be writing me with pain in their hearts about their home life. Please know you are not alone. And the good news is that many have found healing from the dysfunction they experienced through prayer and counselling. The Book of Proverbs, while not specifically addressing mom and child dynamics, it has within it principles that are applicable to any and all human connections of which we find ourselves in.

          This Sunday I will be giving three principles on good relationships which are applicable in the family home. They are:

1. Take care how we talk to each other. Often we think that if we “do” nice things for each other, we don’t have to “say” nice things. We should do the former, without letting up on the latter. Proverbs 12:14-15 “From the fruit of his lips a man is filled with good things as surely as the work of his hands rewards him.”

2. Love without limits. Truth is that we are all imperfect creatures, making mistakes, being short with each other, make incorrect assumptions, and even unwittingly at times cast insults. When this happens to you, remember, you too may have done it to others as well. So my point is; show grace - love without limits. As Proverbs 12:16 says, “A fool shows his annoyance at once, but a prudent man overlooks an insult.”

3. Use anger for its intended purpose. Yes anger. It is an emotion created by God to motivate us to change something that is not good. It is not for hurting others, selfish pursuits, or winning an argument. It is for positive change. Proverbs 15:1 says, “A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.” Well, maybe not always, as the situation may need some correction. A gentle answer may be just the recognition needed that something is wrong and you are going to be a willing participant to correct the grievance.

I will be expanding on these three points this Sunday as we honor our Moms at our church. Invite a friend, family member, or neighbor to come along and join us online. When there, chat it up with us. We love to hear from you.

Sunday Meeting

We want to make our online experience better for all our viewers. Church is a community, intended for interactive and responsive connection between each other. We have been using Facebook, but it has its limitations. We have launched kcf.online.church for all our attendees. CHECK IT OUT! There you will find a Bible, our schedule, links to our website, a place for prayer, a place to give, a page for interactive comments, growth group questions and more.

It will be easy for you to invite your friends, to share and to be more connected, even if we are virtual.

Please consider using this platform on Sundays at 10:30am, sign in, and enjoy.

Here is the link https://kcf.online.church/

or you can simply go to kootenaychristianfellowship.com and click on the live stream option.  Be sure to Sign In so that you can enjoy all the benefits and options on the platform.

Jim Reimer, Pastor

May 6, 2021