STOP TRYING TO CHANGE PEOPLE, THAT'S NOT YOUR JOB!

We could come up with long lists as to why another person is wrong and it's always our desire to prove just how wrong you are.

Did you know that God knows who we are? Did you know that He knew us even before we were born? Our personalities, environment and daily routines make us different which creates room for groups to be formed. However, when we disagree with people's actions and how they view life, we immediately want to force them to see our point of view. Especially, if we think they are hurting themselves and those around them with their mindset. We may know that our point of view is better for them to grow into the men and women they could become and it becomes very frustrating when they resist.

Resisting becomes resentment and resentment turns into a relationships lost. When you have expressed concern, stop trying to force your ideals on the other person. Knock on God's door and let Him know His help is needed. We are God's vessels for His work but somehow we've tried to get a promotion to push Him out of His seat!

Pray for your friends, spouses, co-workers, colleagues and family members and allow God to do the rest.

"For our struggle is not against flesh and blood,

but against the rulers,

against the authorities,

against the powers of this dark world

and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms."

Ephesians 6:12

God has a funny way of working things out so expect God to change the situations in your life, expect God to change the people in your life but don't expect God to step in and change anything if you keep standing in His way.

"Trust in the LORD with all your heart,

and do not depend on your own understanding."

Proverbs 3:5

#JOANSTRUTH #PATIENCE #GRATITUDE

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