DWELLING IN UNDERSTANDING

Romans 14:16
New Living Translation
Then you will not be criticized for doing something you believe is good.

King James Bible
Let not then your good be evil spoken of:

Sometimes we believers are not persecuted because the devil incited others to do so but because we don't apply wisdom. Many young believers and preachers get confrontational with others over issues that can be resolved amicably. An action may be good but the approach may be bad.

You are a Christian living with your neighbours. Every night you play music or you pray aloud to steal people's sleep. Your landlord wants to kick you out and you think he is a wizard. No! He may not be a wizard. Your ignorance threw you out of the house. The bible says we should lead a peaceful life with all men. Your prayer is good but your approach is wrong. It's time to grow up. Understand prayer is more than yelling. God doesn't have a problem with his ears.

You are a student in the hostel with roommates. Every night you will not allow your roomies to sleep. You play loud gospel music in the name of you are saturating the room with God's presence. Who said The Holy Spirit fills a room when there is loud music? Can't you use an earphone sir? Your roommates start confronting you and you think they are not spiritual. My friend let not your good be spoken evil of. Dwell with them in peace.

When Jesus walked the earth He often withdrew to the mountains to pray. He knew and understood the principles of prayer. He knew it wasn't an eye service so He said when you pray go into your closet and your Father who sees in secret will reward you. I am not in any way saying we are to keep mute when praying. There are times one cannot control what comes out of his mouth when The Holy Ghost takes over but that shouldn't disturb my neighbour.

Let us learn to be empathetic. Wisdom call!!!