Our trials and great difficulties in life are part of “living” and therefore we are all prone to exposure of such circumstances. In fact, there is no one that gets through this life unscathed in one way or another. It’s just that, “life.”
How we handle these trials, and react when an unbearable situation comes calling, is quite another issue. God tells us it is better to be patient in spirit, than proud or hasty. We are not to be quick to anger, nor jump to conclusions that could illicit angry words, nasty thoughts, or less than desirable behavior towards someone in our path of anguish.
The scriptures tell us, that anger dwells in the bosom of fools, conversely, it passes quickly through the wise, as they seek to find answers through the word and God’s strength that will dissipate and soothe our rocky days. In other words, the wise take the path less driven, the high road and acquiesce to the Lord and His will. There are reasons for things that happen, we may never know in this lifetime why things transpired, but it is all for a reason, most times beyond our comprehension.
A series of events unravel when hateful or harmful words are bandied about, or accusations flung, these words are permanent and can’t be taken back. Once they’re out of our mouths, they’re part of “history.” No going back to erase that which was said. The damage is done, and with it comes consequences not only to the individuals involved, but most especially to “God” as He witnesses it from His Holy Sanctuary.
Words lashed with anger, torn and rent, makes for chaos and confusion, which is the antithesis of Christ…that is to say, “peace and harmony.” The balance of our very being, is thrown off course, and our spirit is grieved when we are not aligned with the Word, or with the LORD.
When we choose hateful words and anger, our wisdom is parted, and we are left bereft in a wake of ignorance and resentment as it were, “anger resteth in the bosom of the fool” and when this happens, our light of truth, and understanding is banished. What’s left? A troubled mind, a hurt heart, and a restless soul.
Harmony and accord, one in being with the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit are inherently the goals of being a faithful follower. The word is a proliferation of life itself, as “In the beginning was the word, the word was with God, and the word was God…” John 1:1
Life is Christ!
Forgiveness of words poorly used and behavior unjustly provoked are another story in itself. But forgiveness, Jesus will tell you, is a big part of who we are as Christians. No matter what we’ve done, or said, or acted upon, forgiveness will be forthcoming from above.
So, before we get into an area of “paralyzing regrets” think long and hard before the “words” take off from inside the hangar. Yes, hangar. The words take off like an airplane, and suddenly they’re soaring and out in the atmosphere.
Turn to God for help in utilizing the “Spirit” from within fully for guidance, direction, patience, tolerance, and harmony. It will be an exercise that will be challenging at time, however with practice and dedication, it can be done quite successfully. However, that can happen only through and with God and God alone.
Honor God by guarding your lips/words and using them to Praise the LORD, Amen!
“Father my LORD, help me to keep my mouth under lock and key and to open it when the time is right, and to lift up and encourage others where I may, help me to find the correct course of action, and the path to walk according to Your will and purpose, all the days in my life, here, now and always in Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.”
