Become New with John Ortberg 30. Step 9: When You Shouldn't Make Amends | John Ortberg
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Feb 21, 2025 Delve into the profound significance of making amends in relationships and personal growth. Discover fascinating historical insights on forgiveness, penance, and their evolution through Christianity. The discussion navigates the delicate nuances of apologies, emphasizing the importance of context and timing. Gain insight into the complex challenges of reparation in sensitive situations, especially past harms, while recognizing the healing potential that the amends process can offer. It's a heartfelt exploration of redemption and connection.
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Biblical Roots of Amends
- The concept of making amends originates from biblical teachings, particularly in Leviticus and Proverbs.
- These texts emphasize restoring what was taken and adding a fifth of its value, demonstrating genuine remorse.
Band-Aids and Kisses
- John Ortberg shares an anecdote about his two-year-old friend who always notices his injuries and offers a band-aid and a kiss.
- He uses this analogy to illustrate how making amends can be a healing act in relationships.
Mutual Transformation
- Making amends benefits both the harmed person and the one making amends, promoting self-transformation.
- By seeing the situation from the other person's perspective, the wrongdoer gains a clearer understanding of their actions.
