I don't know if you have seen the Mizpah Jewelry.
The idea is to give each half to friends or to lovers. The problem with it is the Mizpah was a covenant between enemies. Jacob as fleeing from Laban and Laban wanted to kill Jacob. However, God intervened. The solution to their disagreements was simple, they would stay away from one another, yet pray God would bless them as they would remain apart.
It would be nice if we could all get along, but the truth is we can’t. In the world to come we will, for then we will know even as we are known (1 Corinthians 13:12), but right now that isn’t the case. There has to be forgiveness, but trust is not the same. There are times when disagreement calls for separation. It would be best if this didn’t have to happen but in this world it does. Even Paul and Barnabas in Acts found themselves separating because Paul could not trust John Mark whom had left them before.
There are other places in the Bible (the apostate, abusive spouse, unrepentant Christians) where we are called to keep away. The idea isn’t for revenge but always for the benefit of everyone. This could be an extensive study, but for today’s writings I wanted to tell you that sometimes the best thing you can do for yourself and others is to forgive but stay away.
(If you like this piece, you can check it out at Joy Jewelry. I don't get a cut of the sales but it seemed right to give you the option, but please don't give it for the Biblical reason, that may cause offense, which the Bible isn't in favor of. But, if you can give it for the reason its sold then enjoy.)
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