The Struggle: You know some of us
have or had a habit of saying things based on how we feel/felt at the time. It
can be a mere expression or version of the truth, something that's evident or
otherwise. Saying what you feel or expressing your thoughts toward
someone is not always the best or right approach. Even expressing the truth or
something that may be apparent about someone to someone else is not always the best
approach. In fact, that can very well turn into cruel or inappropriate jokes or
even gossiping if prolonged. I know we don’t think about it in this way and
even now some of you may be saying, Treal, you are too deep; it isn’t that
serious. Well, I have to beg to differ
and tell you that it is that serious.
The bible tells us that life and death is in the power of our tongue and
this refers to spiritual death. Death by
our words – what and how we say things about and toward people. Sometimes doing this can come off as you being
a critic more so than you just stating or pointing out the facts. Often
pointing out things about people (rather true or not), their life, their lifestyle,
things you have noticed, you don't agree with or simply don't like - - is not
your responsibility and more often than not; it isn’t warranted. That is why we have to be ever so careful how
we spend our time dwelling or discussing things and people. At no given time, should we take simple
pleasure in discussing the dynamics of someone’s life and especially if it is
something that can be hurtful or negative.
This can come off as being cynical and insensitive toward others. If you absolutely have to get something off of
your chest concerning someone; there is a right way to do it but unfortunately,
most of us do it the wrong way often resulting in offending others.
My Truth: I had to deal with this area in my own
life. Although, I felt like I was speaking the truth and pointing out
something that was apparently noticeable in others; in hindsight, I was an undercover
critic. I really didn’t realize this was an issue until I witnessed others
being critical toward other people. It bothered
me to the point I began to feel a discontentment toward the critic. God outright showed me that the reason it
disgusted me so badly is because that was a part of who I was. I was like wow God!!! Is that how I am toward other people when I
am merely stating facts, my opinion or what is evident? This can be something as simple as someone
not being dressed to par (in your opinion), physically or spiritually out of
shape, someone’s lifestyle (especially if it doesn’t look like yours) or
whatever and you making a suggestion or comment. It doesn’t matter how small or
large; the fact still remains that sometimes it is best to keep our thoughts
and opinions to ourselves. In fact,
unless someone ask or gives us permission to make a suggestion or give our
opinion concerning them or their life; we have no right to speak on it. We have to master the art of silence as it is
one of our greatest strength!! We have
to learn to pray more and talk less and the more we practice this; the easier
it becomes!!!
God’s Word Gave Me Life: It was only when I began to get into the word
of God concerning other areas in my life and desiring a stronger relationship;
God was able to reveal to me this issue. Beforehand, I was not able to see it
in my own life, but was able to quickly point it out in others. This happens when you refuse to look in the
mirror (the word of God) to see what areas in your life need changing. When you are busy trying to fix others sometimes
fixing yourself or allowing God to fix you takes a back seat. At this point in
my walk, I am constantly asking God to fix me. I am now able to quickly point
out my own wrong areas and go to God in prayer and through His Word for
an anecdote. If you are struggling with
this area or any area in your life where you know change is needed; pick up the
book of Life. You may be feeling some type a way about something or
someone and you desire a change in your attitude, behavior and actions
....get in His word. God’s word will reveal the absolute Truth about you!!
It will uncover areas in your life that you probably had no idea existed, but
it will also help to cover (heal) you, wash (renew) you clean and bring life (restoration) to you. The
bible isn't just some book with a lot of stories and rules; it’s a book of life
and I encourage
you to choose life today.
Join me on this Journey: I encourage you to join me on the journey of
allowing the Word to give you Life on today.
I am not talking about physical life but spiritual life. Allow the word to wash and cleanse you - - to
heal and deliver you in areas of your life that you know undoubtedly are not
pleasing to God. This will only happen when the word gets inside of you. It is
like medicine; it can’t work unless it is inside of you. One way you can do this is to register for
the conference next weekend; Friday, June 26th
and Saturday, June 27th will be two Power Packed Days designed to Evoke
Change and Produce Life Transformation!! This very well can be the starting point you need to the Word becoming
Life within you. Go to fabulousiam.com to
register today!!
~Treal
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