RECONCILIATION
(See PEACE)
Reconciliation involves a changed relationship from enmity to harmony between two parties. In Scripture, reconciliation may indicate (1) the changed relationship between the sinful, alienated world and God, since salvation is divinely provided for mankind through Christ's redemptive work (2 Corinthians 5:19; Colossians 1:20; cf. John 3:16); (2) the believer's actual changed relationship from enmity to peace with God (Romans 5:10; 2 Corinthians 5:18; Colossians 1:20-22); and (3) a change in relationship between human parties from hostility to harmony (e.g., Matthew 5:24).
occasion of
divine origin of
Christ's provision of
objects of
purpose of
ministry and message of
between humans:
♦ in general:
♦ in marriage:
♦ in the body of Christ:
This topic is from the Lockman Foundation.