In an age of lawlessness, feelings can conceive acts of violence. Whether its road rage, disputes between neighbors or workplace tensions, feelings provide individuals with an excuse for their behavior. Perhaps, this may explain Jesus’ harsh words in Matthew 5:21-26, comparing hatred with murder. Thus, if you sense anger beginning to consume your soul, think twice before giving into these desires.
King David provides a guideline for anyone who reaches a tipping point, as their feelings boil over. Psalm 35:13-14 displays the right way to respond to mistreatment from others. Despite how you really feel, there is a proper way to react to those in need, whether you like them or not. Essentially, David is illustrating a blue print of loving your neighbor as yourself, Matthew 22:39.
A generation ago, most American parents held a common value, relayed to their children weekly, “if you don’t have anything nice to say, don’t say it!” Adults in the neighborhood weren’t afraid to discipline other kids on the block, correcting anyone who crossed the line of morality. Today, lawsuits, moral decay and a rejection of God has led many to follow their feelings. Yet, if you want to do what is right, remember the words of Micah 6:8, “act justly, love mercy and humbly walk with God.”
by Jay Mankus
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