Romans 5:11 …. We also rejoice in God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have now received reconciliation.

Reconciliation is such a powerful concept. When I find my math mistake and reconcile the last few dollars in my bank account after neglecting it for a while, it’s satisfying! When I ask forgiveness after wronging a friend or family member, my heart floods with relief (especially if I’ve been putting it off). But dwarfing these examples is the ultimate reconciliation, the one Jesus provides for me. He made the way for me to stop being separated from God! He paid for my sin, healed my relationship, opened the door to true, meaningful, JOYFUL reconciliation. I’m eternally grateful!