One of the continual problems that I see when addressing disagreements or arguments in relationships is the mistake of only listening to one side of the story. I’m amazed at how people can make themselves seem like they are innocent and that the other party is guilty. If you only hear one side of the story, you might even be convinced that they are telling you the truth, and you might even get angry or disappointed at the other person. Yet, if you get to hear the other side of the story, you’ll realize that the first person to state their case might have actually exaggerated, or even lied to appear innocent and righteous. Proverbs 18:17 (TLB) says: “Any story sounds true until someone tells the other side and sets the record straight.” The CEV states it this way: “You may think you have won your case in court, until your opponent speaks.” So next time you have to deal with an issue that involves two people, refuse to accept only one side of the story before rendering a decision. Don’t allow yourself to get caught up in someone’s biased perceptions or opinions. Wait until you hear both sides of the story, and you’ll be able to render a more realistic decision because you’ll have all of the facts on hand. Have a wonderful and life-changing Easter weekend!
This righteous environment provides life, health, provision, protection, wisdom, grace and favor!!
Psalm 119:60 says: “I made haste, and delayed not to keep Thy commandments”. The ERV translation says it this way: “Without wasting any time, I hurried back to obey your commands”. David never delayed to keep God’s commandments. He was quick to listen and obey. And when he would sin and miss the mark, he was quick to repent. He made “haste” to obey. The word Haste means: “rapidity of motion, to urge on, to move or act swiftly”. In a negative way, being hasty without first doing the needed research can be destructive. However, what David was saying was that he didn’t hesitate to do God’s will and obey His commandments. He wouldn’t allow anything to cause him to delay in obeying his commandments. Delay is good when one is considering investing in something important, when one is considering getting married, when one is considering what job or business they are going to dedicate their lives to. Things like that go better when we take our time and dedicate the necessary research or training. However, when you read and obey His word, you are on sure footing! David knew that obeying God’s wisdom and commandments kept him in the righteous environment that provided life, health, provision, protection, wisdom, grace and favor. In most things, think and get research before you act. However, never delay in obeying God’s commands. This is life and health to you!
