Scripture: Matthew 11:16-19
We played the pipe for you and you did not dance; we sang a dirge, and you did not mourn.” Matthew 11:17 (NIV)
Success has many friends but can also buy you a lot of enemies. There will be people who will criticize and speak ill of you and your efforts no matter how good your intentions are or how well you perform. Your first thought may be to fight back but this is not always the best option
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Jesus experienced verbal attacks and more during his ministry on earth.
While the bible records that he went about doing good, many were not pleased with his actions and sought to make light of his accomplishment. When people attack your good works, their purpose is to discourage, dissuade and put you down. They thrive on their negativity making you feel inferior. You cannot please everyone. Some will love you for the good you do, others may hate and envy you. Even Jesus faced the same challenge (v18-19). The moral and beauty of it all however, is that if you remain faithful and persist in your good works, at the end, you will be victorious.
Do not become discouraged when you experience verbal assault. Refuse to let the negativity projected by the enemy hinder your good work. If you do not let them win by becoming discouraged, your results will speak in the end (v19b).
REMEMBER TO ATTEND: Leadership/Communion Service tomorrow, 5:30PM
PRAYER: Lord help me to stand firm in you, now and always in Jesus name.
FAITH BYTE: I am rooted in God’s word, no matter what is said against me.
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