Stop Being Offended
When we look around the world today, there is always something we could be offended by—and many people are.
I’m sure you know people who seem to be offended by something all the time. Offense is easy to pick up, but why would we want to?
When someone says or does something that tempts you to take offense and respond in a way that is unlike Jesus, ask yourself this question:
Do you want to make a point, or do you want to make a difference?
James 1:19–20
“So then, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath; for the wrath of man does not produce the righteousness of God.”
Are we truly listening, or are we reacting too quickly and saying the first thing that comes to mind?
Are we becoming angry before we fully understand the situation?
Instead, take a moment. Ask questions. Seek clarification. Listen for understanding.
Then ask yourself:
If I allow this to become an offense, how will it impact that person’s life?
Will my response demonstrate the love of Jesus, or will it simply prove that I am right and they are wrong?
Choosing not to be offended does not mean ignoring truth or compromising convictions. It means responding with wisdom, grace, and love—qualities that reflect the heart of Christ and have the power to make a lasting difference.
