The other night at work I had a brief altercation with a co-worker. He had his words and I had mine. He used foul language and I was very professional. I was no where in the wrong. He was clearly in the wrong. The next night, God spoke to my heart. I seen the co-worker several times during the night and God told me to apologize to the co-worker and make amends. Of course this was no easy task. I battled with it for about 6 hours! God helped me remember about being humble, and how he was humble. How he was doubted, and portrayed by his "brothers" who walked closely with him. Finally before the work shift was over, I spoke with the guy and told him that I apologized for the other night. Even rendered a firm handshake. This may have seemed like the punkish thing to do in todays culture (the co-worker is about 6-7 years younger than I), but I felt like I made a healthy move spirtually. I really felt better about the situation, trying to be more Christ-like. Any similar exper?
2007-03-18 12:57:26 · 5 answers · asked by Man of Steel 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
I know it is so hard to back down and humble ourselves when we KNOW we are right. But is it better to be right or be a witness with your life? You definitely did the right thing. The word of God tells us, "A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger." Proverbs 15:1
The word of God speaks specifically to your obedience, "But he giveth more grace. Wherefore he saith, God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace unto the humble." James 4:6
You passed the test and I know God is very pleased with your actions and you will reap the reward of the seed you've sown. I have had to humble myself many times but usually it's because I was wrong!!! You may never know how your action touched your co-worker's life but my prayer is that you see the manifestation of your obedience come to pass. I'm proud of you and you represented Christ well!
2007-03-18 17:14:42 · answer #1 · answered by lecotu 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Man, you have no idea how your simple post on here caused my eyes to well up with tears.
I am recently promoted to management in a christian organization, although I am of Jewish faith. This past Friday, a Baptist co-worker & I had a "verbal exchange". We were both unprofessional, but I am responsible for my attitude (even though I can pull rank on her), & felt to humble myself to her afterwards. I did not do it. The next day at work, tension between us was high. I knew it was because I was disobeying my inner drive to apologize for my attitude when speaking with her.
You're a better man than I am. I mean that. You were not acting punkish, but mature.
2007-03-18 20:07:52 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Is it punkish when you stoop to help a child? You never stand taller than when you humble yourself. Don't you dare think that God didn't notice what you did. For such is the kingdom of heaven. god bless. ps I detect a lack of response to this question from our atheist friends.
2007-03-18 20:44:18 · answer #3 · answered by swindled 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Many times God has humbled me. I try to be a humble person all the time, kind and courteous, and respectful to all people.
2007-03-18 20:02:50 · answer #4 · answered by tebone0315 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You did a good thing. By humbling yourself, you were in fact witnessing for Christ. Your conscience is clean; he probably can't say the same.
2007-03-18 20:03:58 · answer #5 · answered by Amalthea 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋