When someone does something that offends you, how do we, and should we respond? If we are more uncontrolled we could blow up at them. If we are more passive we could avoid them. If we are afraid of them we could shun them. If we are more ignorant then we could gossip about them. Or a combination of all the above. Really? It happens more than you can imagine, and in every workplace, religious institution, family, marriage, & organization. None are spared as revenge is rampant! The person who offends innocently or what seems maliciously is an easy target. The person who avenges in secret is filled with bitterness, fear, envy, and unforgiveness.
The Bible is clear when it says to; "go to your offender and try to clear the air by making your misgivings know to them". Oh it also says "don't forget about the plank in your own eye".
The Bible is clear when it says to; "go to your offender and try to clear the air by making your misgivings know to them". Oh it also says "don't forget about the plank in your own eye".
Self Help groups like Celebrate Recovery & Life's Healing Choices help us to gain the confidence and wisdom to approach our offenders with the healing touch that Christ gives us, but only if we ask for it!
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this Wednesday April 16, 2014 at 6:15 pm.
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Why not start some new good clean habits today?
Do you have a question about your life, or a story to share? Email us at helpingmeheal@live.ca.
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Do you have a question about your life, or a story to share? Email us at helpingmeheal@live.ca.
Confidentiality will be respected
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