Human nature does different things to the soul. To some comparison occurs, trying to find weaker individuals than oneself. Others are persuaded to attack and destroy, tearing down others to build up their own self-esteem. Thus, no matter where you go or what you do, you will always meet people who believe, “I know more than you do.”
“Teacher, which is the greatest commandment in the Law?” Jesus replied: “ ’Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.’ – Matthew 22:36-37
Despite performing countless miracles, teaching with superior authority and outwitting religious leaders of his day, Jesus regularly encountered prideful men. In their cunning minds, each thought, “surely I can trick Jesus into making a fool of himself.” Not learning anything from the one before, each crashed and burned, trying to hide after their embarrassing moment. Finally, Jesus’ enemies came to a realization in Matthew 22.
No one could say a word in reply, and from that day on no one dared to ask him any more questions, Matthew 22:46.
I don’t know if there is a perfect strategy to cope more with those who think “I know more than you do,” but its vital to stay true to yourself. Your shouldn’t have to enter a pissing conest every day at school or work. Rather, major in the majors and let the minor issues roll off your shoulders. There is only One who is right. Therefore, make Colossians 3:17,23 your daily goal so that in the end your efforts won’t be wasted in vain.
by Jay Mankus
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