Do you keep taking the bait?
Learning self control so that you do not respond quickly.
Susan
Are you interested in becoming one of God’s peacemakers?
God blesses those people who make peace. They will be called his children. Matthew 5:9 God loves the peacemakers. We are called to love one and other and not create conflict. In an attempt to make peace, imagine building a bridge to get to your coparent’s side. First step is you must be committed to … Read more
Is being non-reactive helpful or a sign of passivity?
But I tell you, do not resist an evil person. If anyone slaps you on the right check, turn to them the other cheek also. Matthew 5:39 NIV Jesus teaches about diffusing conflict by being non-reactive rather than letting conflict escalate. He commands we stop the cycle by a willingness to suffer wrong. … Read more
Do you recognize your true self or are you in denial?
For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God. Roman 3:23 ESV Drama may occur in your life, especially around you and your co-parent. Yet the most powerful warfare occurs within us. The truth is we are all made up of a duality of darkness and light. A primal split occurs … Read more
Do you trust God to take care of you or do you fight to be in charge?
Trust in God’s promises Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding. Proverb 3:5 The Lord has been charged with the care and keeping of you just as a shepherd is charged to care for his sheep. Sheep need guidance and protection. No matter what may happen, … Read more
Why is kindness so difficult when harboring negative feelings?
But the fruit of the spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Gal 5:22 It may seem next to impossible to consider demonstrating kindness towards your co-parent when you have so much animosity towards them. Make a list of small kindnesses you could do, once in a blue moon and … Read more
Do you control your anger or does your anger control you?
Fools give full vent to their rage, but the wise bring calm to the end. Proverbs 29:11 Letting anger control you will result in poor impulse control. Without self-control, you are at risk of making choices that harm you or others. Learning how to manage your emotions is a skill you were supposed to learn … Read more