February 8, 2013
Remember watching the news when hurricanes hit the coast and
dams were breached, and water came flooding in, destroying everything in its
path? The devastation is almost
unthinkable, and it’s hard to pick up the pieces (if there are any left) when
something like that happens. Many things
are unrecognizable, and many lives start over again…or not.
Proverbs 17 says this: “Starting a quarrel is like breaching
a dam…” Stirring up strife by complaining, criticizing, or arguing whittles
away at the protective measures set in place in a marriage. When we make our vows to one another, it’s
like building a dam of protection against storms. We’re committed, for better or worse, to love
always.
So what’s the rest of the verse? “…so drop the matter before
a dispute breaks out.” This is hard to
do, when we “know” we’re right and we want to be heard. But the truth is that quarreling and
disputing only leads to unkind words and a flood that knocks us silly.
Frustrated or upset about something? Take it to HIM. He is able to deal with the matter at hand
better than any words or looks you can give to your spouse.
Before a dispute breaks out, remember the protection of the
dam, and ask Him to calm the waters.
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