Have you ever noticed all some people ever want to do is argue? It could be your teenage children, a neighbor, or just someone you strike up a conversation with. Some people even argue in church over what that Bible says.
What are we to do to deescalate an argument, especially if we know we are “right”? You know what I mean, two people can quickly get into an argument because both “know” they are right. It is so easy to become angry or defensive, neither of which is where God wants us to go mentally or emotionally.
We know the saying that God gave us two ears and one mouth for a reason. He wants us to do a lot more listening than speaking, but it is hard to listen and not speak when we know we are “right.”
This is where self-control and trust come into play. We can learn to control what comes out of our mouths. God is in total control and in faith we can trust Him. Doubting that God is in control makes a person talk more and listen less.
“Make every effort to live in peace with everyone and to be holy; without holiness no one will see the Lord.” Hebrews 12:14 NIV
“My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry,” James 1:19 NIV
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