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You don't have to throw a punch to start a fight. Sometimes all it takes is a comment, a joke, a sarcastic remark, or one message in the group text. And something that could have been handled by two people has now spread to five.
Pastor Steve continues his exploration of Proverbs 6, where Solomon calls out a guy every man knows. The drama king. The one who always has a problem with somebody, is in a disagreement, and tries to pull other men into it with him. Solomon has one description for him: he stirs up dissension. And that's something every man has to guard against, because strong men don't create unnecessary division. Strong men bring peace.
There's a big difference between confronting a problem and stirring one up. One is trying to bring resolution; the other just enjoys keeping the issue alive. And Solomon says this starts deeper than your words. It starts in the heart. So before you check your mouth, check your motive. Why am I telling this story? Why do I want this person to know what happened? Am I really trying to help, or am I just trying to get somebody on my side? Your words carry weight with your wife, your kids, your friends, and your coworkers. Don't be the guy who walks into a peaceful room and creates tension. Be the man who walks into tension and creates peace.
Verse of the Day: Proverbs 6:12–15
Your Daily Man-Up Challenge
Pay attention to what you're stirring up with your words. Before you repeat something about another person, ask yourself: Does this need to be said, and am I the one who needs to say it? If there's a problem, go to the person involved instead of talking around them. And look for one opportunity today to shut gossip down. You can stop the division. You can bring two people closer together. Be a man who brings peace.
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