February 5th, 2020
- Britney Meyer
- Feb 5, 2020
- 1 min read
Proverbs 16:32
Better a patient man than a warrior, a man who controls his temper than one who takes a city.
- What stuck out to you this time through?
- Did this verse raise any questions?
- What in this passage helped you see more of Jesus and his cross, or what moved you to love him more?
- Is there someone who might benefit from hearing what you've seen and heard in this passage?
- Why is this verse in the Bible?
Please share your thoughts in the comment section below!
I think that this verse tells us to choose a path of love. Being like Jesus is sometimes being more intentional with our actions and reactions, not taking the route of violence and anger when it comes to conflict or difficult situations. Sometimes it can be hard to take a step back in the moment and not react violently or with frustration in our hearts, but its SOOO important. I have reacted based on my first instincts before and I almost always regret what I say or do in those situations, so I really try and bring it back to what Jesus would want me to do, it not always easy though.
I think this verse is in the Bible because its counter cultural. Society tells us it's better to be a warrior. Also, we dont like to wait or be patient.