I feel recently wronged by someone I care about, and even though they mean a lot to me, my first instinct is to defend myself and return the unkindness. Thinking this way made me feel super ugly so I took some time to think it over.
I decided had to take a breath and relax... and google. I literally googled: "what does the Bible say about retaliation?" and here it is folks..
"You have heard the law that says the punishment must match the injury: 'An eye for an eye, and a tooth for a tooth." But I say, do not resist an evil person! If someone slaps you on the right cheek, turn and offer the other cheek also." Matthew 5: 38-39
another good'n:
"You have heard the law that says 'Love your neighbor and hate your enemy.' But I say, love your enemies! Pray for those who persecute you! In that way, you will be acting as true children of your Father in heaven." Matthew 5: 43-45
Essentially, when I read this and apply it to my situation, I get: When someone mistreats you, forgive them and respond with love. It is not our place to condemn or intentionally harm another. God loves us unconditionally, and to call ourselves his children, we must aim to be like him and show love to others, even when it is difficult.
How awesome would life be if everyone put those verses into action? Imagine the love and respect we would all have towards each other. It is definitely tough to be submissive to someone causing you pain, and being the hard-head I am, this will take extra patience. I'll admit, I knew that lesson was coming, but it is not like the plan I had a'brewin. But are we really THAT in charge of our plan anyways? I think I'll hand it over to THE ultimate plan maker and see how things go.
This is not at all the post I had in mind today. I wanted to write about my favorite teas and how much I freakin' love them! That can be saved for any day though. Maybe later tonight when I'm procrastinating!
I am so out of tune right now.
Feeling weird.
Love!
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