Good Morning!
There will always be moments when someone pushes you, pokes at you, or tries to pull you out of character. The enemy loves provocation. He knows if he can get you to react in the flesh, he can pull you away from the peace God promised you. Scripture reminds us plainly: if you punch the nose, blood will follow; if you stir up anger, strife is guaranteed. Cause and effect. Seed and harvest.
When trouble rises—and it will—your greatest strength may not be in speaking, defending, or proving your point. Sometimes the holiest thing you can do is walk away. Be silent. Pray. Seek God. Silence is not weakness; it is spiritual discipline. It is choosing victory over ego. It is choosing the Spirit over the flesh.
Your flesh wants the last word. Your pride wants to be right. Your emotions want release. But the Spirit calls you to something higher. The Spirit whispers, “Hold your peace. I will fight for you.” Every time you refuse to be provoked, you break the cycle of strife. You protect your witness. You guard your heart. You honor God.
Ask yourself today: What situations are trying to bait me? Who is pushing for a reaction? What conversations do I need to step back from? God is not asking you to be silent forever—just long enough for Him to speak first.
Walk away when needed. Be still when tempted. Pray before responding. Seek God before reacting. Peace is preserved not by power, but by restraint.
May God strengthen you to choose the Spirit every time.
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