Read | Luke 12:11-12
When conflict occurs, the natural reaction is to blame someone else
and defend yourself. But believers must respond differently. Once, I
was publicly chastised for a wrong I had not committed. Thankfully, the
Lord enabled me to remain calm rather than react angrily. Praying
first isalways the best response in a crisis. When we do, God
supernaturally provides that which we can't muster up ourselves.
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from Intouch magazine, June 2012
- Spiritual discernment. The Lord, who perfectly understands the source of every problem, can give us insight beyond our limited perspective. Perhaps there's been a communication breakdown, a feeling of jealousy on the other person's part, or a mistake we unknowingly made. The Holy Spirit can show us how to approach our accuser and see beyond hurtful words or actions.
- A quiet spirit. Our human nature wants to react quickly so that we can defend ourselves. That's why we must first deliberately focus our attention on the Lord and experience the inward peace He alone makes available to us (John 14:27).
- Wisdom. Jesus told His disciples the Holy Spirit would give them wise words to say when they faced hostile authorities. He'll do the same for you. Ask Him to put a seal on your lips until He shows you what to say and when (Ps. 141:3).
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from Intouch magazine, June 2012
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