This post is one I have been working on for awhile. I had some questions about this last week, as well. It is one of my least favorite topics ever! But it is important. Breaking contact with people is something I do NOT enjoy doing. Like – I REALLY, REALLY do not like having to… Continue reading Six Scenarios Where We May Need to Break Contact with Others
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Is Avoiding Arguing Really Possible?
Photo by Timothy Eberly on Unsplash We are continuing our 21 Day Fast from Negative Words and this week the focus will be on arguing. The Lord gives very clear instructions throughout the Bible that those who know, love, and follow Him are not to argue, quarrel, or fight. Oh, and don’t forget to comment on… Continue reading Is Avoiding Arguing Really Possible?
If I Insult Others, I Need a Spiritual Check Up ASAP
Photo by John-Mark Smith on Unsplash It’s easy to get into the habit of fault-finding and having a critical spirit about other people. It takes no spiritual maturity, wisdom, talent, or special abilities to criticize others and tear them down with words. The sinful nature does this effortlessly. It’s also easy to think, “Well, he… Continue reading If I Insult Others, I Need a Spiritual Check Up ASAP
My Response to Insults Says a Lot about My Character
Photo by rawpixel on Unsplash Unfortunately, we will all be the targets of insults, at one time or another. Even Jesus faced intense criticism, insults, and terrible persecution. And He was God! He was completely perfect. And yet, so many people hated Him. It hurts deeply to feel misunderstood, wrongly accused, berated, or verbally attacked.… Continue reading My Response to Insults Says a Lot about My Character
What Is an Insult?
Photo by Marc Schäfer on Unsplash We are continuing our 21 Day Fast from Negative Words that we started on Valentine’s Day. You are welcome to join any time and start your 21 days whenever you like. Last week, we talked a lot about complaining – what it is , what it isn’t, how we… Continue reading What Is an Insult?
What Is the Difference Between Complaining and Informing?
Photo by Mimi Thian on Unsplash Avoiding complaining can get a bit fuzzy, at times. There are situations where we need to inform those around us about important things they need to know. How can we discern the difference between complaining vs. informing? Let’s hash through this a bit together. About Complaining – from… Continue reading What Is the Difference Between Complaining and Informing?
Do I Have a Spirit of Offense?
Photo by Christian Fregnan on Unsplash Something our culture today is really great at is – offense. It is almost mind-blowing just how easily offended people are today. And it is sad. Because when we are so easily offended, we also have a lack of unity, relationship, emotional connection, harmony, and teamwork. We also miss… Continue reading Do I Have a Spirit of Offense?
When Your Husband Is Too Handsy
Photo by andrew welch on Unsplash Note – this particular post is written in response to some wives who had similar issues with good-willed husbands who were genuinely just trying to be playful and flirty with their wives and who were not abusive, violent, or mentally unstable. If your husband is abusing you, please don’t… Continue reading When Your Husband Is Too Handsy
Dealing with a Difficult Mother-in-Law
Do you have a strained relationship with your husband’s mom? What’s the secret to dealing with a difficult mother-in-law?
Do I Wish Harm on My Husband?
Photo by niu niu on Unsplash If I cannot sincerely pray for good things for my husband and I genuinely wish him (or anyone else) harm, I should be very alarmed. Malice is the desire to cause pain, injury, or distress to another. (Merriam-Webster dictionary) This spirit is not of God, my precious… Continue reading Do I Wish Harm on My Husband?