How do you reflect Christ in this situation?

Question

I have a sibling who lives in the house I do. She says some really hurtful things and threats me all the time. Today, she told my neice that if she had a gun, she was going to shoot me, my neice, and her brothers. I get so mad and feel like calling the cops or just destroy her. But I have to reflect Christ. How do a reflect Christ when she's telling a eight year old that she's going to shoot her!!!!!!! My mom does nothing and she has an high blood pressure. Sometimes I get so mad at her I just cry because it feels like I can do nothing. What would Jesus do? I can't move out because I'm still in school. If I would tell my neice's father what my sister said, I would see blood. What do I do? And if I get mad and really don't do what Christ would, am I sinning?

Answer 1

Oy you need to go to a counselor that can help you anonymously, its okay to seek protection from harm, let the counselor come up with a way to intervene, she might call Child Protection Services to check up on this. if you pray God will see that the darkness get exposed. if you stay quiet then it will continue...

Answer 2

It sounds like YOU ARE IN A CRISIS SITUATION and you live in a dysfunctional environment with a disturbed sibling sister under the same roof with three generations present. Hopefully, you are not responsible for inciting the volatile situation in the first place.

Obviously the first thing to do is to STAY CALM at all times and not get too upset so that you can think straight until this crisis is over. Give comfort to your niece by ensuring her that you are there for her and that your sister does not really mean what she is saying out loud. And more importantly, make very sure that any and all lethal weapons --if there is a gun or knives laying around-- are kept in a safe and secure place [with lock and key, if possible] at all times.

Think things through and get assistance from friends, neighbors, and the authorities to come over, intercede, and even help you out because of the situation you describe... I imagine that there is a lot of constant yelling going on in that house, considering the level of heated words between the two of you and the threats being spewed out by your sister.

Would it be possibile that she may be 'high' on or addicted to drugs? If so, then she obviously NEEDS YOUR HELP for IMMEDIATE medical, and even psychological, ATTENTION right away!

At this stage it won't do much good by calling the cops unless there has been physical or bodily harm done. But even prior to that occurring, get someone else --outside the household-- involved NOW at this stage. Maybe a Social Worker, or a family friend, or a physician might be able to help you out.

Don't panic and try your best not to get mad at your sister since that may only aggravate the already distressed situation. Also, don't feel guilty about sinning at this point since you will be doing all the right things you need to do by staying calm and level-headed at all times...

Good luck and Peace be with you!

Answer 3

Oh Ashley I feel so bad for you, I am a little baffled as to what advice to give you. I do understand your position and what you are going through, I agree with Christian girl that you should just keep praying and asking for guidance because God is the only one who knows what you should do. He will be sure that the outcome is what it is suppose to be and that you are okay. The best thing that I could tell you is that you should speak to someone at school, a teacher, a guidance counselor or some trustworthy adult. It sounds like your sibling is in need of some psychiatric help and they can help you be sure that she gets it. Whatever happens just keep believing in God and pray for strength, getting mad is not a sin, but what may result because of you anger probably is. Nobody can answer the question of what Jesus would do because although we know Jesus, we never knew Jesus, I hope that you understand. I will Pray and ask that God will help you so that you may find the answers as to what to do. Keep up the faith and stay strong and no matter what she says to you, don't let it bother you she is only doing it to get to you and she is probably jealous because you are so close to God and she is of the devil. Good will always overpower evil, don't forget that.

God Bless

Answer 4

If Christ was standing in front of a moving train... what would he do? If he couldn't levitate or stop the train with Godly powers, he would just walk off the track right? Wouldn't calling people who might be able to find that person some help be walking off the track? Sounds like that person could be bi-polar and need some medicine. Call someone who can help and it should be the police because it's due to violence. How would you feel if your niece died because you didn't take action when you knew there was something you could do to help the whole situation?

Answer 5

I question were this anger is coming from. This is the fruit of a much deeper problem that is going on. You didn't mention anything about your father, is he at home? Are you the only one concerned about what Jesus would do or is the entire family Christ centered?

I encourage you to seek for the baptism of the Holy Spirit. That fresh anointing will comfort your mind and heart. I also encourage you to seek out counseling from your pastor or a pastor. To be so young and have a heart for Christ lets me know that the hand of God must be upon you and He will keep and protect you. Find a Spirit filled church and let God fill your cup to overflow.

Pastor

Answer 6

Ashley,
I appreciate your desire to be like Jesus in such a tough situation. I will pray for you and your family.
The Bible says that Love conquers all things. There is no greater power than love.
Maybe the hard part is just feeling like you have to do something! I know the feeling. But so often from the scriptures it seems like God is calling us to wait for Him. I will pray that you will be patient and able to see God work in your life. Pray for your sibling. Pray that God changes their heart. Pray for the safety of your family. God know's what you want and need. Remember, He loves you, your family, and your sibling(s). If your sibling gets angry, be all the more patient. Don't argue and fight and hurt with words. Words leave scars. Practice love.
I hope this helps and encourages your faith!
Bobby

Answer 7

Take authority in the Name of Jesus Christ. Claim the Blood of Jesus over your household and I will agree in prayer with you that a hedge of protection will be about you and your household. You can command satan to take his hands off if the girl and to go to the dry places where he came from. It sounds like a situation for deliverance. You should contact your pastor immediately, and talk to him about the situation. I know it is of legitimate concern to you, but remember," greater is He that is in you then he that is in the World." You must get this under control NOW, and get what ever help you need to achieve that goal. Rev. Mr.P

Answer 8

I agree you need to call the police or at least tell an adult about it. Reflecting Christ does not mean being a door mat to someone or putting yourself or others in a dangerous situation. And keep praying for her. It sounds like she needs help. I'll pray too.

Answer 9

If you think this is a seroius threat (the shooting people part), you should call the cops. If you really don't want to call them, get advice from a pastor or a trusted church leader. But I'd call the police before I'd let someone shoot anyone.

Answer 10

You should continue to pray about it. Also tell the sister that you are tired of it. The Bible states that it is OK to be angry, to be precise, in Ephesians 4:26"Be ye angry and sin not....... in other words go tell your sister that you are angry with her but do it calmly, don't cuss her out or yell at her. Let her know that there are consequences to her actions, making threats that are as violent as the ones she has made constitute legal action. Let her know that you love her and do not wish any harm to come to her, but you are obligated to protecting your other family members, as I am certain that you love them as well. Keep the faith.

God Bless

Answer 11

If someone threatened to shoot someone else, I don't think Christ would just stand by and let it happen. Your niece should not be subject to such verbal violence. If you feel in any way that your or your family's lives are threatened by your sibling, you should definitely call the cops.