Out of love, do you let someone know they have wronged you? Or do you leave it alone as though nothing ever happened? I need to know should I approach someone (not attack), or just drop it?
2007-08-26 17:27:01 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Matthew 18:15-17 If one of my followers sins against you, go and point out what was wrong. But do it in private, just between the two of you. If that person listens, you have won back a follower.
But if that one refuses to listen, take along one or two others. The Scriptures teach that every complaint must be proven true by two or more witnesses.
If the follower refuses to listen to them, report the matter to the church. Anyone who refuses to listen to the church must be treated like an unbeliever or a tax collector.
But as for a guide for how we should conduct ourselves everyday:
Galatians 5:22-23 But the Spirit produces love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, humility, and self-control. There is no law against such things as these.
1st Corinthians 13:4-8a Love is patient and kind; it is not jealous or conceited or proud; love is not ill-mannered or selfish or irritable; love does not keep a record of wrongs; love is not happy with evil, but is happy with the truth. Love never gives up; and its faith, hope, and patience never fail. Love is eternal.
Romans 12:9-10 Love must be completely sincere. Hate what is evil, hold on to what is good. Love one another warmly as Christians, and be eager to show respect for one another.
Romans 12:18-21 Do everything possible on your part to live in peace with everybody. Never take revenge, my friends, but instead let God's anger do it. For the scripture says, "I will take revenge, I will pay back, says the Lord." Instead, as the scripture says: "If your enemies are hungry, feed them; if they are thirsty, give them a drink; for by doing this you will make them burn with shame." Do not let evil defeat you; instead, conquer evil with good.
I hope this helped, hon.
Peace.
2007-08-26 17:32:33 · answer #1 · answered by Depoetic 6 · 4⤊ 0⤋
1. If you are a Christian we are taught to go to the one who has offended you.
2. If they do not listen, then go back to them with a witness, if they still do not listen...
3. Take the Pastor of the church and go back for a third time..
4. If the will not listen then have nothing more to do with them.
to many Christians (and non-Christians) try to tell us it is best to forgive and forget and that is NOT what the Bible teaches.
2007-08-27 00:39:18 · answer #2 · answered by Stupid Me 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is good to let them know that they offended you... it will clear the air for the relationship to continue (whatever level it was at) ... not dealing with it will cause bitterness eventually.
go to them and gently say what happened and how it affected you.
most people would not want to purposely offend you, so talking to them could really help them to grow in that area... it also gives them a chance to ask for forgiveness, which we need to do in life as well.
we are called to forgive unconditionally.... that is a step that you will have to get to as well... but discussing things is important!
2007-08-27 00:42:07 · answer #3 · answered by livinintheword † 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The Bible does not prohibit you from pointing out to someone that they wronged you.
2007-08-27 00:30:30 · answer #4 · answered by wondermus 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
You should let them know, and attempt to make peace with them. Don't let the sun go down on it....do it now.
Oops, I forgot, I'm probably 4 hours behind you. LOL
Do it ASAP.
2007-08-27 00:40:46 · answer #5 · answered by witnessnbr1 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It says you must forgive even if they have wronged you in the first place. There is no reason to hold a grudge against anyone. You have to keep an open mind. "Forgive and you shall be forgiven." God will forgive your mistakes if you forgive others.
2007-08-27 00:32:35 · answer #6 · answered by Argent 4 · 1⤊ 2⤋
The most important thing is to forgive the person. If you have to tell a person they have wronged you, it may have been unintentional.
2007-08-27 00:38:01 · answer #7 · answered by firelight 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
all I've read is to love, and forgive and not get angry
basically live a lifestyle of half human and half angel w/flappin' wings and a halo.
not a bad life tho ... to live like that ;-)
2007-08-27 00:32:17 · answer #8 · answered by Yvonne 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
If it matters I would render unto Caesar and call the police .
another take for less serious matters is admonishment as prescribed by the mythical Jesus ;it does make sense .
2007-08-27 00:31:06 · answer #9 · answered by dogpatch USA 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Sneak up on 'em, and whack 'em from behind. (Numbers 8:10-12)
2007-08-27 00:34:59 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋