Letting go

Sometime those closest to us can upset us the most. Family, as much as they can be a blessing can also bring out the worst. My mom is a champion of defending family, even those who are a little distant. If you are related to my mother then nobody and I mean NOBODY better say anything negative about you (even if you deserve it). That's loyalty, that's faithfulness! I think that we need to be more like that. God puts us with people that we may not always agree with. Sometime they may even be doing things we really hate, but if you trust God then you know He doesn't make mistakes, you are right where He needs you to be. I said needs instead of wants because Gods plan for your life is perfect, and all you have to do is your part! Anger, selfishness, self-seeking, resentment all put you out of His best and the plan to place you in the center of His will. Holding on to bad feelings even for a day can be like a cancer in your body, eating away at your soul. Keeping our mouth shut when we want to argue or justify ourselves may be a hard fight but it's worth the effort. We can never take back harsh words, and if those words are directed at those we are related to the consequences can be long lasting. Take a moment today to forgive. Let it go. If you can't think of anything nice to say then just don't say anything. My mom has it down, she guards those of her lineage, we should all do the same, Christ does.
Thanks for listening
Mitch