People Problems
(If it is possible, as much as depends on you, live peaceably with all men. Romans 12:18)
My neighbor seemed upset with me. Apparently I had done something that bothered her. When I asked if I had offended her, she responded with a curt No! I told her, I dont want any bad feelings
between us. If Ive done something to offend you, I apologize. Since then the climate has remained cool.
Someone has said, The more I get to know the human race, the more I love my dog. Dogs are loyal, dependable, eager to please, and quick to forgive and forget. Dont you wish people were more like that? But sometimes no matter how hard we try to have a good relationship with someone, it doesnt work.
The apostle Paul addressed that situation in Romans 12:18.
Notice the phrase as much as depends on you. He knew that some people-problems may never be resolved. It takes two to quarrel; it takes two to reconcile. If you do your part and the problem remains, there is still a plan to follow. Dont harbor resentment or retaliate with the weapon of silence. Do all you can to overcome evil with good (v.21), and let God work out the problem.
We need to keep following the steps given in Romans 12 until our people-problems are resolvedbut especially if theyre not. Dennis J. De Haan
How To Handle People Problems (Romans 12)
Be affectionate (v.10). Be prayerfully patient (v.12).
Bless your persecutors (v.14). Be humble (v.16).
Dont take revenge (v.19). Defeat evil with good (v.21).
Be affectionate (v.10). Be prayerfully patient (v.12).
Bless your persecutors (v.14). Be humble (v.16).
Dont take revenge (v.19). Defeat evil with good (v.21).
The best way to conquer an enemy is with the weapon of love. (",)
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