How can we not be offended when others speak wrongly of us? Ecclesiastes 7:21 says, "Do not take to heart all the things that people say..." It is difficult to choose to not be offended when we are spoken wrongly of. Yet, we can make that choice to not let those unkind words offend us. We referred to Martha Peace's book
Damsels in Distress, to help us think through this biblically. Here's some thoughts from the book:
- We can show love those those who sin against us.
- Thank God for the test.
- Overcome evil with good
- Give a blessing instead
- Pray for those who mistreat you.
- Give others the benefit of the doubt.
- Do not judge people's motives
We pray that our discussion on this topic would be helpful and encouraging to you as you seek to honor God in all areas of life.
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