"Make sure that nobody pays back wrong for wrong, but always try to be kind to each other and to everyone else. Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus."
I Thessalonians 5:15
OBSERVATION
Two vastly different approaches to life are presented here. One that seeks revenge and another that rejoices, prays and gives thanks even in the midst of difficulty. God's desire is for us to approach life with joy and thanksgiving. When we are wronged, the world tells us to seek revenge, however, God's will for our lives is that exude joy, kindness, thanksgiving and faith.
OBSERVATION
Two vastly different approaches to life are presented here. One that seeks revenge and another that rejoices, prays and gives thanks even in the midst of difficulty. God's desire is for us to approach life with joy and thanksgiving. When we are wronged, the world tells us to seek revenge, however, God's will for our lives is that exude joy, kindness, thanksgiving and faith.
APPLICATION
How often do I exude joy, kindness, thanksgiving and faith in the midst of being wronged? My gut reaction is anger, frustration and the inclination to seek revenge. To seek pay back. To teach them a lesson. Or to fall into self-pity. In many ways, this is our way of trying to manage the lives of others. An attempt to exert some sort of control over them. However, I know this is not God's will for my life. He is the one in control, not me. I can take me hands off and let go, for our God is a good God and His ways are right and true. My faith is in Him and He will take care of me. So I will choice rejoicing over revenge.
PRAYER
Father, help me to be slow to anger and frustration with others. Help me to rejoice and be thankful no matter what is going in my life. Help me to follow your will.
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