Canadian born Rock Star Bryan Adams was right when he sang “love cuts like a knife.” Lesser known contemporary singer Wes King added to this concept, focusing on Sticks and Stones which wound human souls. Whether you hear it through the grapevine, feel it through dirty looks or experience harsh words first hand, no one likes to be verbally assaulted.
Save me, LORD, from lying lips and from deceitful tongues, Psalm 120:2.
When gossip spreads, innuendos fly and rumors begin to sway people against you, helplessness can consume your heart. Thus, if no one has your back to set the record straight, a supernaturally intervention is often necessary. Although the context may be different, desperate individuals cry out to the heavens asking for a shell of protection against the flaming arrows of evil spewed from the mouths of bitter people.
Too long have I lived among those who hate peace. I am for peace; but when I speak, they are for war. – Psalm 120:6-7
Although verbal attacks will continue throughout your lifetime, make sure you don’t lower yourself to others’ standards or begin to stoop to a level of pettiness. Rather, as the curses come forth, place your trust in God above, leaning on the Lord in times of distress, Psalm 120:1. The moment you sense an urge to retaliate, make sure you choose your words wisely. As difficult as it may be, follow the Golden Rule, doing unto others as you want others to do unto you. If successful, your act of kindness will fulfill the words of Proverbs 25:22, heaping coals on the heads of those you verbally assault you.
by Jay Mankus
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