Turmoil, meltdowns and relationships

 

Turmoil & Meltdowns

Live in the Spirit not the flesh

 

Read: Romans 12:14-21

If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone. Romans 12:18

 Good Morning!

Being mistreated or feeling betrayed is not favored by anyone.

Occasionally, we experience persecution. In our world, broken relationships abound, from hatred and contention to jealousy, anger, selfishness, and division.

 The church's body of believers may claim to live by “the spirit”, however, our actions demonstrate something contrary. Most of our time is spent living off the negative energy of the body.

  Paul spoke out against a life of indulgence. Things like strife, jealousy, outbursts of anger, and disputes are found in Galatians 5:19-26. Our relationships can be plagued by turmoil and meltdowns, leading us to walk in the flesh instead of the Spirit.

 What steps do you take to defuse a situation? What can we do to fight the "hatred" or "anger" that has arisen in our spirit? Jesus commanded, "Love your enemies." Our mind and flesh urge us to react, prove our point, or seek vengeance. Striving for results guided by the Spirit is the right answer.

 We must not only live in the Spirit, but also walk in the Spirit. (Galatians 5:26) urges us not to be arrogant and to stop provoking one another.

 It is only through consistent practice and faith in God's word that strife can be overcome in all matters. Have faith. Pray continuously and God will guide you along the right path through the turbulent storm.