Let him that stole, steal no more. Ephesians 4:28

Ted took his brother's new bike. He thought his brother wouldn't know about it. But Ted hit a fire hydrant and buckled the wheel.

'I know it was you who did it!' Ted's brother said. But Ted would not admit he had done it.

Because of his lie, Ted could not enjoy his brother's forgiveness. Ted could not enjoy his brother's love. Finally, Ted owned up to the truth. He said he was sorry and promised that he would never again take his brother's bike without permission. Now forgiveness - and love - could flow.

Prayer: Lord, thank You that when we confess, You forgive. Amen.