Today is one of those days that we “test” our “patience levels”….
One of the greatest “test” is being able to “keep” calm when you are being provoked to react about a matter….In this regard; we will be “consciously” practicing James 1:19…I believe by now you have memorized it…
James 1:19…Understand this, my dear brothers and sisters: You must all be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to get angry…
How can you “listen” and be patient when you “encounter” someone who is slandering your name by giving false information about you!!! How can you avoid a confrontation!!!
Ephesians 4:29…Don’t say anything that would hurt (another person) …Instead, speak only what is good so that you can give help wherever it is needed…That way, what you say will help those who hear you…
1 Peter 3:9…Don’t repay evil for evil…Don’t retaliate with insults when people insult you…Instead, pay them back with a blessing…That is what God has called you to do, and he will grant you his blessing…
1 Thessalonians 5:15…
See that no one pays back evil for evil, but always try to do good to each other and to all people….
Romans 12:17b…Do things in such a way that everyone can see you are honorable….
There you have it!!! The “challenge” is on…Listen carefully …”Think through” what you say….Do good…Do not be “proked” to get angry….