When we are faced with a recurring problem, we often just want it to be over and done with. Many times we have quarreled with another person over the same issue and each of us has stood our ground. It is at times like these that we may choose either to flee the situation because we are weary and have no fight left in us, or continue to lash out with accusations, blame, and intimidation.
Strong disagreements exist because each person is unwilling to see the issue from the other’s point of view. In our addiction we thought we had the right to live as we pleased. Those who cared about us knew we were harming ourselves and tried to discuss how our actions were causing distress not only for us but also for them. To avoid these confrontations that we are partly responsible for, fight or flight may seem like the only options.
When angry confrontations keep occurring without anything being resolved, we should be silent and spend more time praying for God’s guidance in the situation. If either person continues to act without change, it may be the result of a stubborn spirit and until either person gets to a place of seeing the insanity of the situation, both are wasting time and energy.
For God was in Christ, reconciling the world to himself, no longer counting people’s sins against them. And he gave us this wonderful message of reconciliation. (2 Corinthians 5:19 NLT)
Prayer: Heavenly Father, Help me to listen for Your counsel and give me wisdom to understand the healing message of love and reconciliation in any dispute. Amen
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