What are people like after being around you? Are they gladdened when you are with them? Do they feel better? Are they comforted and encouraged?
How about when things aren’t going your way, when lies and false accusations besiege you? Do you fight fire with fire, escalating the tension by bringing a fruitcake to a pie fight?
Yes, some people are naturally contrary. Even some Christians. Is it possible that even this is a spiritual gift?
If this sounds like you, here is your big chance to put that gift to productive use. When everyone around you is heaping on scorn and abuse, be contrary by becoming a blessing to them!
“Do not repay evil for evil or reviling for reviling, but on the contrary, bless, for to this you were called, that you may obtain a blessing.” 1 Peter 3:9 ESV
For more information, see 1 Peter 3:8-12
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