Many, many years ago in our early years of marriage, I remember an incident when I was just so angry about something, but I can’t remember as to what sparked that anger. It must have been really something, because it’s extremely rare for me to get angry. I was mouthing and spewing negative words that weren’t edifying at all.
Gayle slowly came to me, gently put his hands on my shoulders and calmly said, “Myrna, I love you!” As we stood face to face (inches away from one another), I still continued my angry, verbal rampage! Gayle tenderly looked at me again with such kind, loving eyes and gently said, “I love you, Myrna.” Can you believe I still kept on mouthing? Softly Gayle repeated “I love you" one more time. Suddenly, my anger dispelled. There was nothing I could do, but just melt and fall into his arms asking his forgiveness.
Yes, a soft answer turns wrath. You can't fight with someone who won't fight. As a result, only by the grace of God and living out His Word, we don't fight...even 61 years later. How's "a soft answer" working for you?
Just remember today as you go your way, you might encounter someone that needs to hear your soft answer.
"A soft answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger." Proverbs 15:1
Myrna Brogdon
Los Fresnos, Texas
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