ROLL WITH THE PUNCHES
Friend! There is a difference between finding something funny and mockery. When someone mocks you and cause others to do the same, especially those close or who you know, it is about ridicule, scorn, contempt and words similar. It is about others feeling you do not qualify or qualify as them. Sometimes it is about exclusivity and perceived access! It was not said but you feel it and it’s real.
My encouragement today is take it in stride; do not deny the pain or hurt if you feel it, pushing it back somewhere to fester. Roll with the punches and keep focused. Do not take matters in your own hands as you can mess up things that way. A brighter day is ahead and be sure never to return the favour or do it to others. Learn what NOT TO DO! It’s tough but there is grace for that too.
Listen, you have a great Example! Isaiah 53:2–3 speaking about Jesus says, He grew up before Him like a tender shoot, and like a root out of dry ground. He had no stately form or majesty to attract us, no beauty that we should desire Him. He was despised and rejected by men, a man of sorrows and acquainted with grief. Like one from whom men hide their faces.
Can’t find your friends? Aww don’t worry too much. Call on the Friend who sticks closer than a brother. Three days later He rose never to go under again. Walk with Him and draw strength.
Walk well today folks! #onelove
#OceansofHope(Ooh)
Originally posted on November 18, 2020 and written by Flemlyn A. Ragobeer
