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How many times have you replayed an offense in your head? The more the offense is re-played in your mind, the more emotions it will draw out of you!
My first reaction to an offense took me on an emotional roller coster leaving me to replay negative events in my mind. If you are anything like me, this leads to tormenting thoughts. Dwelling on things of this sort can leave you feeling anxiety, aggression, loneliness and so many other negative feelings.
How can the Bible help me through this???
I'm glad you asked! "IT HAPPENED" devotional workbook leads you too scriptures in the Bible and activities when dealing with the initial shock of an offense.
Bible Verse to reflect on: KJV Isaiah 26:3
Thou will keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee.
Bible Verse to reflect on: KJV Philippians 3:14
I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus.
Remember to Press into His presence. No matter how you feel, what it looks like or the offense. Remember I PRESS!!!
I love this verse because it simply states when you are not at peace, it's because you are not focused on God. FOCUS ON GOD AND NOT THE ISSUE! GOD WILL HANDLE THE ISSUE, especially when you diligently seek Him. It's important to focus on God because he will provide direction.
Tell me what happens when you are initially shocked?
I have been offended before, but the magnitude of this last offense literally took my breath away. I honestly was so hurt that willing to sacrifice my freedom and didn't care about any consequences. After much prayer and deep discussions with God, o was constantly reminded (and still am reminded) to "be still" - Exodus 14:14; Psalms 37:7 and know that I will have overwhelming victory- Romans 8:37.
The shock of my offense knocked me to my knees…literally! It took years for me to understand that I must rely on God for strength to overcome and peace to endure and keep moving forward! Great word my sister!
My initial shock to my offense was that I was speechless. I couldn’t believe that they offended me in that matter. I think the hurt cut so deep that I couldn’t imagine someone hurting me to that magnitude. The scripture that me through that difficult time was Romans 8:28, it’s all going to work for my good even when it’s uncomfortable.