Reconciliation

Lord, we like our friendships to be bright and shiny new
Not marred by hurt
Anger
Resentment
Patched up with cracks we know are there
Even when the mend holds strong
But your love talks of reconciliation
Forgiveness
Acceptance of how things really are
Not daydreams of a false perfection
A love that trusts again and again
After numerous betrayals.
Lord, teach us your love.