STOP FIGHTING! “And Abram said unto Lot, Let there be no strife, I pray thee, between me and thee, and between my herdmen and thy herdmen; for we be brethren.” (Genesis 13:8) Recently, the Associated Press reported the shocking murder of a 17- year-old Parrish Reed by his 20-year- old sister during an argument over money. Does this story remind you of Cain and Abel? Yes. Scholars who study human behaviours (Psychologists) say siblings’ rivalry is normal and should be expected. Brothers and sisters often fight as they compete for equal share of family resources and parental affection. Some kids are lucky enough to be best friends with their siblings. For many others, it is a cycle of fights, reconciliations and more fights. Do you engage in frequent fights with your siblings? Be careful. Such fighting can turn fatal, and you will regret all your life. “…Take heed that ye be not consumed one of another” (Galatians 5:15). Fighting among siblings can be upsetting and frustrating. It makes the home a kind of hell on earth. Stop this fighting. Remember you are brethren. Love your brothers and sisters. Allow Christ, the Prince of Peace, into your heart and you will begin to have new dawn in your relationships with others. Challenge: Take steps today to reconcile with your siblings. Prayer: O God, help me to love my siblings. Further Reading: Genesis 4:8-12
Posted on: Thu, 16 Jan 2014 04:53:26 +0000
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