Stress. How do you relieve it? Time in prayer? Reading your Bible? Talking to friends? Here lately, I have been relieving stress by doing a lot of praying and reading. I have been reading Becoming More Than a Good Bible Study Girl by Lysa TerKeurst. Lysa's work with Proverbs 31 ministries has been a great blessing in my life. Her books are "quick reads" with deep meanings.
While reading today, I came across an important point that I feel all women (and most men if they're honest) struggle with: judging others. Now, I know what you're thinking: I don't judge others. I don't talk about anyone. Well, careful with those thoughts!
Lysa brings to light that talking about others is not the only form of judging. Seeing a child having a temper tantrum and thinking, "Well, that child should be disciplined more. That mother needs to do [insert disciplinary method here]." These thoughts are judgmental also.
Our words are important. We should use them to build up others rather than tearing them down. Instead of judging the mother having a difficult time, offer her assistance. Instead of talking about that co-worker that "gets under your skin", offer them a smile. Use your words for Jesus. Don't let your words be used against Him.
Happy Tuesday!
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