Wednesday, March 18, 2009

Patience is a virtue

A man's wisdom gives him patience; it is to his glory to overlook an offense. ( Proverbs 19:11 * NIV )

Sometimes we may let the actions of another cause us to lose control of our temper. Before we do, it is important to remember that; An angry man stirs up dissension, and a hot-tempered one commits many sins. ( Proverbs 29:22 )

For as churning the milk produces butter, and as twisting the nose produces blood, so stirring up anger produces strife." ( Proverbs 30:33 )

After all, My dear brothers, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, 20 for man's anger does not bring about the righteous life that God desires. ( James 1:19-20 )

So the next time that someone treats you wrongly turn it over to God to handle, and do not lose your temper or try to get even with them. For we know him who said, "It is mine to avenge; I will repay," and again, "The Lord will judge his people." ( Hebrews 10:30 )

Therefore Tiffany, try your best to keep your words soft and sweet. For we never know from day to day which words we'll have to eat! Also remember; Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins. Amen ( 1 Peter 4:8 )

No comments: