Most problems could be avoided if people were willing to say two things: ‘I was wrong’ and ‘I’m sorry.’" That seems an utterly simple thing to do, but many people struggle with it. Why? Some apparently feel they have done nothing wrong, despite evidence to the contrary. Others are quick to rationalize their actions, choosing the path of self-justification rather than the path of humility.

Jesus says in the Lord’s Prayer: Matthew 6:12: "Forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors." Bite the bullet of peacemaking so the Lord will forgive your trespasses.