God is more interested in relationships than achievements.
If it is possible, as much as depends on you, live peaceably with all men (Romans 12:17-18).
“Be on good terms with all persons. Speak your truth quietly and clearly. And listen to others, even the dull and ignorant, for they too have their story.” (Desiderata – Max Ehrmann)
Relationships don’t thrive because the guilty are punished but because the innocent are merciful. The burden of bridge-building falls on the strong, not the weak.
As God’s chosen ones, holy and dearly loved, put on heartfelt compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience, accepting one another and forgiving one another if anyone has a complaint against another. Just as the Lord has forgiven you, so also you must forgive (Colossians 3:12-13)
Pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, patience, and gentleness. Fight the good fight of faith (1 Timothy 6:11-12).
Nobody should seek his own good, but the good of others (1 Corinthians 10:24).
Learn to do good; seek justice, rebuke the oppressor; defend the fatherless; plead for the widow (Isaiah 1:17).
Do not grow weary in doing good. And if anyone does not obey our words in this epistle, note that person and do not keep company with him, that he may be ashamed. YET do not count him as an enemy, but admonish him as a brother (2 Thessalonians 3:13-15).
For every creature of God is good, and nothing is to be refused if it is received with thanksgiving (1 Timothy 4:4).
Walk in wisdom toward outsiders, making the most of the time. Your speech should always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how you should answer each person (Colossians 4:5-6).
Life as a Christian is simple, but not easy.
He has shown you, O man, what is good. And what does the Lord require of you but to act justly, and to show mercy, and to walk humbly with your God? (Micah 6:8)
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