Does strife surround you?


Proverbs 13:10--How does an arrogant person cause strife? It's not just that they feel they are right--about almost everything--it's that they are overbearing about it. They can't simply be right about something, they use it as an excuse to belittle and sometimes bully.

Strife happens when we disagree with an arrogant person. A difference of opinion can quickly evolve into a bitter argument with flare-ups of anger.

An arrogant person struggles with wisdom--they believe they are the only wise person in the room and cannot understand why they can't get the respect they feel they deserve. They also wonder--from time to time--why they don't have many friends.

If you have a family member, friend, co-worker, or acquaintance who struggles with arrogance, know that in most cases, deep down, there's a wealth of insecurity driving that energy. Generally, it stems from issues in their childhood.

Other types of arrogance come from someone who actually has accomplished much, but seems to have forgotten gratitude and humility.

In either case, they are unaware of how foolish they appear.

Unless GOD tells you otherwise, it's best to stay clear of the arrogant person once they feel their opinion is threatened.

Building up trust with an arrogant person is difficult. If we care about the person, it's worth a prayerful and wise investment of our effort. Because most arrogant souls don't realize they can hurt our feelings, let them know. Model appropriate, respectful behavior when there are differences of opinions.

There's an old writer's saying: Show don't tell. Sometimes, a prideful person needs those opportunities to "see" the error of their way. To allow the Holy Spirit to convict them.

GOD can change any heart. He's done it with us, He can and does do it for others. And aren't we glad for that!

May we walk in wisdom, gratitude, and humility, my friends.

Proverbs 13:10--Arrogance yields nothing but strife. Wisdom belongs to those who take advice. Tree of Life Bible Society Tree of Life Version - TLV#tlvbible #tlvproverbs

[WATCH Tree of Life Bible Society's CEO, Daniah Greenberg and me, Terri Gillespie, Author dig a little deeper with this proverb. Check us out at Tree of Life Bible Society, Monday through Friday, LIVE at 8:30am EST. Watch previous episodes there as well. Stay wise, my friends!]

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