Bearing Witness in Hard Times

Arapaho UMC

Thanksgiving can be a hard time around the table. This sermon reflects on the challenges of relationships during the holiday season, drawing from

Jesus' teachings to emphasize the importance of reconciliation, love, and peace. It encourages us to focus on nurturing healthy, authentic connections rather than striving to be "right," and to approach difficult conversations with kindness, clear boundaries, and a belief that small steps toward peace matter. Peacemaking is portrayed as an active, ongoing journey, with the hope that, through God’s guidance, we can make meaningful progress in our relationships.