Bible in a Year : Proverbs 2526; 2 Corinthians 9
Make the most of every opportunity. Let your conversation be always full of grace. Colossians 4:56
Ever heard the expression, Dont feed the trolls? Trolls refers to a new problem in todays digital worldonline users who repeatedly post intentionally inflammatory and hurtful comments on news or social media discussion boards. But ignoring such commentsnot feeding the trollsmakes it harder for them to derail a conversation.
Of course, its nothing new to encounter people who arent genuinely interested in productive conversation. Dont feed the trolls could almost be a modern equivalent of Proverbs 26:4, which warns that arguing with an arrogant, unreceptive person risks stooping to their level.
And yet . . . even the most seemingly stubborn person is also a priceless image-bearer of God. If were quick to dismiss others, we may be the ones in danger of being arrogant and becoming unreceptive to Gods grace (see Matthew 5:22).
That might, in part, explain why Proverbs 26:5 offers the exact opposite guideline. Because it takes humble, prayerful dependence on God to discern how best to show others love in each situation (see Colossians 4:56). Sometimes we speak up; other times, its best to be silent.
May we find peace in knowing that the same God who drew us near while we were still in hardened opposition to Him (Romans 5:6) is powerfully at work in each persons heart.
How have you witnessed very different approaches being used by God to touch others? How can you better speak the truth in love?
Loving God, help me share Your love with others around me.
Good evening, Mayor, and thank you for today’s sustenance for body and soul.
Are you rested and ready to take on the new week?
Good evening, Mayor, and thank you for today’s sustenance for body and soul.
Are you rested and ready to take on the new week?
~ Hall of Heroes: Alvin York ~
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