The relationship is truly an entente cordiale: for the original sin did sequester our Eden fellowship with the LORD God. The Greek for 'reconciled' is apokatallassō (ap-ok-at-al-las'-so): 'to reconcile completely; to reconcile back again; bring back a former state of harmony.' Just for saving us, should we be left as the slaves of Jesus forever, would that not be a thing to be eternally grateful for? For an inexplicable reason, in spite of all that we owe Him, the love of Jesus chose us. He forgave all our iniquitous acts. He washed us clean just for the actualization of His intended friendship. Read More