Philippians 2:3–4 (AMP)
Do nothing from factional motives [through contentiousness, strife, selfishness, or for unworthy ends] or prompted by conceit and empty arrogance. Instead, in the true spirit of humility (lowliness of mind) let each regard the others as better than and superior to himself [thinking more highly of one another than you do of yourselves].
The spirit of strife is a "know-it-all" spirit that continually questions and challenges others. It has to have the last word and "win" the debate.
The truth is that no one wins an argument. (Even though someone is eventually proven right the damage done by arguing causes fractures in the relationship.)
Proving your point at the expense of hurting another person is relational destruction. God did not make you the authority on something in order to prove everyone else wrong. Remember it is pride that got Lucifer thrown out of his position in heaven.
To walk in unity we must put on humility and think of others before we open our mouth. Think about what you are about to say and how it will affect the hearer before you release your words. If you feel you must say what you are about to say to prove that you are right, watch out!
God made us to be peacemakers not peace breakers. Refused to be used by the enemy as an instrument of strife. Make it your goal that every word that comes out of your mouth produces healing, edifies and lifts up the hearer.
We don't please God by being right all the time we please God by producing unity. Jesus never had to prove that He was right by arguing, fussing and fighting. He let his actions speak for him.
Challenge:
Go to the last person that you had an argument with and ask them to forgive you for arguing.
Confession:
I am a peacemaker and speak only words that produce peace. I am quick to hear and slow to speak and slow to wrath. I refuse to be used as an instrument of strife and contention. I refuse to argue. I choose to love like Jesus loves.
Prayer:
"Lord, Help me to judge my words before I speak them. I yield myself to You today and allow Your love to flow through me to a greater degree. I hear the words that You want me to speak and speak them. I put on the humility of Jesus and think of others before I think of myself today. In Jesus' Name."
Do nothing from factional motives [through contentiousness, strife, selfishness, or for unworthy ends] or prompted by conceit and empty arrogance. Instead, in the true spirit of humility (lowliness of mind) let each regard the others as better than and superior to himself [thinking more highly of one another than you do of yourselves].
The spirit of strife is a "know-it-all" spirit that continually questions and challenges others. It has to have the last word and "win" the debate.
The truth is that no one wins an argument. (Even though someone is eventually proven right the damage done by arguing causes fractures in the relationship.)
Proving your point at the expense of hurting another person is relational destruction. God did not make you the authority on something in order to prove everyone else wrong. Remember it is pride that got Lucifer thrown out of his position in heaven.
To walk in unity we must put on humility and think of others before we open our mouth. Think about what you are about to say and how it will affect the hearer before you release your words. If you feel you must say what you are about to say to prove that you are right, watch out!
God made us to be peacemakers not peace breakers. Refused to be used by the enemy as an instrument of strife. Make it your goal that every word that comes out of your mouth produces healing, edifies and lifts up the hearer.
We don't please God by being right all the time we please God by producing unity. Jesus never had to prove that He was right by arguing, fussing and fighting. He let his actions speak for him.
Challenge:
Go to the last person that you had an argument with and ask them to forgive you for arguing.
Confession:
I am a peacemaker and speak only words that produce peace. I am quick to hear and slow to speak and slow to wrath. I refuse to be used as an instrument of strife and contention. I refuse to argue. I choose to love like Jesus loves.
Prayer:
"Lord, Help me to judge my words before I speak them. I yield myself to You today and allow Your love to flow through me to a greater degree. I hear the words that You want me to speak and speak them. I put on the humility of Jesus and think of others before I think of myself today. In Jesus' Name."
Recent
Archive
2026
February
A Daily Word to Construct a Life of FaithHuman Wisdom vs. God's WisdomThe Reverence of the Lord: The Beginning of WisdomSilence or Defense? The wisdom of ResponseThe Pillars that Hold the House - pt. 1The Pillars That Hold The House - pt. 2The Path You Choose Builds The Future You LiveThe Danger of Subtle CompromiseDon’t Co-exist With What Christ ConqueredLaw of The SpiritCorrection Protects the Path and Keeps the Walls StraightWords of Life and HealthTo Embrace Correction is to Love Wisdom and LifeHe Sent His WordAssets vs. Liabilities
March
Treasure Hunters of TruthHis Word Revives UsHealing Is A BenefitLeaning On The LordRedeeming Your LifeWisdom Makes Common SenseHealing Is SatisfyingConsider The ConsequencesDon't Be GullibleHe Increases Our StrengthWeakness Exchanged For StrengthDon't Be A FoolHe Carried SicknessUncompromised AllegianceIf We Were, Then We ArePrudence: Wisdom That Thinks AheadA Finished WorkRecognizing DangerJehovah RaphaSlow Down And Listen
April
Healing WordsThe Walls Around the HouseFollow God's InstructionsWisdom Was Before The BeginningSeven Vital Healing PointsSeek Wisdom BeforeWords Of LifeWisdom Lives Where Prudence DwellsGod Will Keep His WordSeek Wisdom EarlyThe Sound MindListen At The GatePassing Up SicknessOur Identity In ChristWe Need More LightYour Word Revives MeDestroyed For Lack of KnowledgeBinding And LoosingDigging For the Treasure of WisdomThe Incorruptible Seed
May
The Condition of Your Inner FilterGod’s Answer for a Troubled MindNeglect Always Shows UpGuarding Your Mind DailyRight Thinking Produces Right LivingYou Are Not PowerlessStrength Comes from the WordPeace That Guards Your MindThe Honor of Overlooking An OffenseWholeness is God’s DesireThe Arrogant and Un-wise React QuicklyHealing Is In the CovenantOffense Builds WallsJesus Fulfilled ItClara Barton and The American Red CrossPride Is The Root of StrifeGod Is A Healing God and “Healer" Is His NameThe Gateway ArchRule Your SpiritIt Is A Finished WorkThe Golden Gate Bridge Opens To PublicThe DukeThe Iconic Chrysler Building Officially Opens in NYCHealing Is Part of the GospelYour Words Set DirectionYour Tongue Is Steering Your LifeReceive and Walk in ItUnknown by Man, But Known by GodOne Spark Can Start a FireThe Speech That Helped Ignite a RevolutionIsaiah Looked Ahead
June
The Tongue Reveals The HeartDo Not Forget His WordKentucky, Helen Keller and SupermanFresh Water and Bitter WaterMercy and Truth Stabilize the HeartThe First Lady of AmericaWisdom Speaks PeacefullyTruth Produces RestThe First PhotophoneSow Peace With Your WordsHealth To Your FleshThe Golf Match That Became a Global TraditionUnspoken Expectations Create Unnecessary Frustration
No Comments