A CUP OF COMFORT: Stay above the Fray
- CMW
- Jan 2, 2016
- 1 min read
“Don’t get involved in foolish, ignorant arguments that only start fights.
The Lord’s servants must not quarrel but must be kind to everyone.
They must be able to teach effectively and be patient with difficult people.”
2 Timothy 2:23–24
• I once worked in an office where it seemed hardly a day went by without the ladies fighting. The main complaint seemed to be, “Hey, that’s not my job, not my problem!” It was a spirit of constant noncooperation that led to constant bickering, especially when negative sparks few my way. I automatically moved into defense mode, ready to point out my good reason for doing this or that. What a waste of energy! It took quite a while for me to learn to simply listen, and then decide if I needed to respond to whatever inspired the latest cut-down session. Of course, adding fuel to the fre only results in burnout— the very thing that Paul wanted Timothy to avoid. Paul gives us his very best advice here. But you know, I think Paul learned his nuggets of wisdom by experience too. I’ll look for ways to help today—whether it’s my job or not.
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