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Unoffendable
Fools show their annoyance at once, but the prudent overlook an insult. Proverbs 12:16, NIV
Sometimes an ordinary statement can make a big impact. One day Brant Hansen heard someone say, “It’s a choice we can make, to just choose not to be offended.” Hansen latter quipped that he found this statement offensive! But with reflection, he concluded, “We should forfeit our right to be offended. That means forfeiting our right to hold onto anger. When we do this, we’ll be making a sacrifice that’s very pleasing to God. It strikes at our very pride. It forces us not only to think about humility, but to actually be humble.”1
Recommended Reading:
Ephesians 4:29-32
When we accept Christ as Savior, we begin the process of sanctification. And part of that process involves learning how to get along with other believers. As followers of Christ, we have strong beliefs, and all of us have differing personalities and perspectives. As you interact with fellow Christians at home, work, or church, choose to forgive them and love them. Overlook insults. The Bible says, “If it is possible, as much as depends on you, live peaceably with all men” (Romans 12:18). Learn to be unoffendable.
We can love; we can forgive; we can refuse to be offended…because God loved us first.

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