O Lord, I bring this offering before You, but first I ask that if there is anything in our hearts, You would help us go to that brother and be reconciled. For Your Word teaches that unless we do so, we must not present our offering. If there is any quarrel with a brother, it is necessary to seek reconciliation, so that we may fulfill Your holy Word and present to You an offering that is pleasing—not with a heart filled with bitterness or resentment, which grieves our spirit. We thank You, Lord, because You remind us that in You there is love and overflowing grace.
The teaching of Scripture reminds us that our offerings are not merely a material act, but a spiritual expression that must flow from a clean and willing heart. Before giving any offering to the Lord, it is essential to examine ourselves, ask for forgiveness for any offense, and, if needed, reconcile with those we have had differences with. Such an attitude not only honors God, but also reflects the true spirit of the gospel: love, forgiveness, and unity.
Brothers and sisters, before placing our offerings in the storehouse, let us take a moment to pray and ask that everything we present to God may be received as a sweet aroma. It is not simply about giving, but about giving with gratitude, humility, and peace in the heart. An offering given in bitterness or resentment loses its essence, but when offered from a reconciled spirit, it becomes an act of genuine worship.
