"When a man's ways are pleasing to the LORD, he makes even his enemies live at peace with him" (Proverbs 16:7). Whom do I need to confront in love about their divisive behavior? Related Readings: 1 Samuel 26:1–25; Proverbs 22:10; 26:20; James 3:14–16; 3 John k REFLECTIONS...
while I am the master of my evil inclinations.’ The heart is a battlefield. The evil tendencies that dwell in it are deadly enemies. For the believer, they are vanquished enemies. The point is about killing the evil tendencies
who prefers to treat neighbours and even enemies with the respect that is their due, "turns away wrath," and saves the city from the flame. Scorn is thus a senseless thing in every light.