I am blessed to wake up this morning desiring to encouraged someone....You have goals, you’re smart, and you’re ambitious no matter what level you are at work or in life. Yet, there are some people who underestimate you and very negative about your capabilities, achievements or abilities. Please don't allow "haters" get into your head and devalue your self-worth. Please remember one thing before you get upset, "But God chose the foolish things of the world to shame the wise; God chose the weak things of the world to shame the strong". 1st Corinthians 1:27. God despises "prideful" people!
It's them, it's not really about you, they realize they lack confidence within themselves! How I use to negatively respond when I find myself in this situation, I laugh, embarrass, expose and talk about them to other people on purpose!!!!.. Yeah, I would counter react with the "eye for an eye" concept or I get you back routine method. Lastly, I will read you the "riot act" and then humiliate you. First I had to learn to get passed the emotional experience of being judged by others, whether rightly or wrongly; perceived or real. And because I love God, I learn how to intercede and pray over these situations! Beloved, never avenge yourselves, but leave it to the wrath of God, for it is written, “Vengeance is mine, I will repay, says the Lord.” To the contrary, “if your enemy is hungry, feed him; if he is thirsty, give him something to drink; for by so doing you will heap burning coals on his head.” Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good. Romans 12: 19 - 21. I have learned since God is going to take care of my battles and see that justice is done, I can lay it down. I no longer have to carry anger, bitterness, resentment, and revenge because Jesus warned that an unforgiving heart will destroy you in the end (Matthew 6:15; 18:35).
This is my season (s) of transformation! Test Challenge 101# How to love difficult people! Personally, I am an F- on this challenge, however, I am moving forward because it improves growth, a godly character, and maturity. At this point, I am being taught under strict guidance with grace and mercy, from a great teacher, God himself and his Word. A God who is loving, nonjudgmental and you know how some of us is like, we wait for someone to do something wrong then hop on the phone and "gossip" to tear a sister down. Right? Let's be honest, I never met a woman who doesn't love a good gossip, "women" crave a lot of drama but God can change that negative image for us, a (continuous) "Tongue Fast".
God has bigger assignments to "conquer" like self-examining my own life rather than to worry about other people broken self-esteem issues, inabilities or "haters". In the meanwhile, they think they are acting godly when Satan is using them and they don't even realize it. We all know that any fruit of the Spirit that comes from God is love, not misery. My Sisters, I recognize a loving spirit and we all know the spirit of love it's like the feeling of springtime, a garden fresh flowers, pure, goodness, joy, peace, bright, sunny, warmth, compassion, beauty, full-filling and acceptance as you learn to love yourself, flaws and all . That is why a real confident person doesn't have to put another person down, gossip or fabricate to make them "stand tall!"
Sisters in Faith " Stand Together" in Love!
"My Sisters in Faith"
No weapon formed against you will not be able to prosper! Any tongue that rises against you in "judgment" shall be condemned! Trust God! Isaiah 54:17
More encouraging scriptures:
Proverbs 26: 26-28 (NASB) Though his hatred covers itself with guile, His wickedness will be revealed before the assembly. He who digs a pit will fall into it, And he who rolls a stone, it will come back on him. A lying tongue hates those it crushes, And a flattering mouth works ruin.…
Psalms 37:12-13 The wicked plots against the righteous And gnashes at him with his teeth. The Lord laughs at him, For He sees his day is coming.
Romans 8:28
And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.
Luke 18:1
And he spake a parable unto them to this end, that men ought always to pray, and not to faint;
Romans 12:17
Repay no one evil for evil, but give thought to do what is honorable in the sight of all.
1 Peter 3:14-16
But even if you should suffer for righteousness’ sake, you will be blessed. Have no fear of them, nor be troubled, but in your hearts honor Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you; yet do it with gentleness and respect, having a good conscience, so that, when you are slandered, those who revile your good behavior in Christ may be put to shame.
Ephesians 6:18 Pray in the Spirit at all times, with every kind of prayer and petition. To this end, stay alert with all perseverance in your prayers for all the saints.
Have a blessed, prosperous and victorious week.......... In Jesus Mighty Name AMEN!
