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# reconcile, reconciliation #
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## Definition: ##
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The terms "reconcile" and "reconciliation" refer to "making peace" between people who were formerly enemies with each other.
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* In the Bible, this term usually refers to God reconciling people to himself through the sacrifice of his Son, Jesus Christ.
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* Because of sin, all human beings are God's enemies. But because of his compassionate love, God provided a way for people to be reconciled to him through Jesus.
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* Through trusting in Jesus' sacrifice as payment for their sin, people can be forgiven and have peace with God.
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## Translation Suggestions: ##
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* The term "reconcile" could also be translated as, "make peace" or "restore good relations" or "cause to be friends."
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* The term "reconciliation" could be translated as "restoring good relations" or "making peace" or "causing peaceful relating."
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(See also: [peace](../other/peace.md) **·** [sacrifice](../other/sacrifice.md))
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## Bible References: ##
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* [2 Corinthians 05:18-19](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/2co/05/18)
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* [Colossians 01:18-20](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/col/01/18)
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* [Matthew 05:23-24](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/mat/05/23)
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* [Proverbs 13:17-18](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/pro/13/17)
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* [Romans 05:10-11](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/rom/05/10)
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