"And those who stood by said, 'Do you revile God's high priest?' Then Paul said, 'I did not know, brethren, that he was the high priest; for it is written, 'You shall not speak evil of a ruler of your people.' "
Acts 23:4-5
It is a natural tendency to bad-mouth people in authority – whether in politics, family, church, or job – when we do not agree with their decisions. They all make mistakes, as Ananias certainly did. But Paul was not without blame for his angry response. Just because I think the person is wrong does not give me liberty to show disrespect by bad-mouthing him or her. As Christians, we can express disagreement without name-calling.
Today's Thought: Name-calling is not a godly response when people disagree.
Have a respectful day. Love you.
Acts 23:4-5
It is a natural tendency to bad-mouth people in authority – whether in politics, family, church, or job – when we do not agree with their decisions. They all make mistakes, as Ananias certainly did. But Paul was not without blame for his angry response. Just because I think the person is wrong does not give me liberty to show disrespect by bad-mouthing him or her. As Christians, we can express disagreement without name-calling.
Today's Thought: Name-calling is not a godly response when people disagree.
Have a respectful day. Love you.
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