Love Your Enemies
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Comment from Y. M. Roger
LOL! Okay, probably not the best ending in the atmosphere of today's tensions, but I see where you were going with the 'shock humor' there... :-) ;-) Would suggest, perhaps, taking a look (and reading aloud) those first two sentences in the last paragraph as they seem to be 'unfinished'... :) Thanx for sharing -- wish more folks would work toward unity than divisiveness... :/ Yvette
reply by the author on 30-Nov-2024
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LOL! Okay, probably not the best ending in the atmosphere of today's tensions, but I see where you were going with the 'shock humor' there... :-) ;-) Would suggest, perhaps, taking a look (and reading aloud) those first two sentences in the last paragraph as they seem to be 'unfinished'... :) Thanx for sharing -- wish more folks would work toward unity than divisiveness... :/ Yvette
Comment Written 30-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 30-Nov-2024
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Thank you so much Yvette.
Comment from Sandra Stoner-Mitchell
Lol! I was not expecting that ending!! I think it would be better to do what your author's notes tell us if we can't win that person over. But I'm sure in most cases using your other directions will more than cover it and win them. Well done, and good luck in the contest. :)) Sandra xx
reply by the author on 28-Nov-2024
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Lol! I was not expecting that ending!! I think it would be better to do what your author's notes tell us if we can't win that person over. But I'm sure in most cases using your other directions will more than cover it and win them. Well done, and good luck in the contest. :)) Sandra xx
Comment Written 28-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 28-Nov-2024
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Thank you, Sandra. I was going tongue in cheek with the David and Goliath episode.
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Yes, I guessed that, but it was still funny. 😊xx
Comment from Karen Cherry Threadgill
You gave me a full out loud belly laugh. Thank you so much.
People used to tell me jokes all the time. Now they don't. What happened? Here's one I have passed around here.
What do you call a little person with clairvoyant ability on the run from the law?
A small medium at large! LOL Karen
reply by the author on 28-Nov-2024
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You gave me a full out loud belly laugh. Thank you so much.
People used to tell me jokes all the time. Now they don't. What happened? Here's one I have passed around here.
What do you call a little person with clairvoyant ability on the run from the law?
A small medium at large! LOL Karen
Comment Written 28-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 28-Nov-2024
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You are so sweet and generous, Karen.
Comment from CM Kelly
Yikes, I did not expect that ending. I assume that you were looking for the shock factor and you succeeded. But you are right, the philosophy of "be nice to your enemies" creates a well-worn path to your own demise. For me, I do advocate the 10 steps you listed, but at the end, I myself walk (or run) away. Not to run away from a bully or conflict, but rather there are just too many good people in the world that you can spend your time with, rather than engaging or fighting your enemies.
Also the sentence "If you have tried to do all of the above, and you find that this list requires the patience of a Saint." seems to be missing something.
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reply by the author on 27-Nov-2024
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Yikes, I did not expect that ending. I assume that you were looking for the shock factor and you succeeded. But you are right, the philosophy of "be nice to your enemies" creates a well-worn path to your own demise. For me, I do advocate the 10 steps you listed, but at the end, I myself walk (or run) away. Not to run away from a bully or conflict, but rather there are just too many good people in the world that you can spend your time with, rather than engaging or fighting your enemies.
Also the sentence "If you have tried to do all of the above, and you find that this list requires the patience of a Saint." seems to be missing something.
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Comment Written 27-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 27-Nov-2024
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thank you
Comment from nomi338
I was once confronted by the knowledge that a coworker who's department I was becoming a new member of felt threatened by my superior skills and resume. She vowed that she would make my life hell. I made it my mission to go above and beyond to do all that I could to show this person that they had nothing to fear from me. In the end, when I retired, she cried at my leaving declared that she would never find a better friend on the job.
reply by the author on 27-Nov-2024
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I was once confronted by the knowledge that a coworker who's department I was becoming a new member of felt threatened by my superior skills and resume. She vowed that she would make my life hell. I made it my mission to go above and beyond to do all that I could to show this person that they had nothing to fear from me. In the end, when I retired, she cried at my leaving declared that she would never find a better friend on the job.
Comment Written 27-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 27-Nov-2024
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Beeautiful, Nomi. I have used those same Tactics in my life and always won the individual over. Thank you dear friend.
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It worked completely, she was just a frightened woman who had never worked anywhere else, while I had worked at many different jobs and had amassed lots of experience. Chief among them how to get along with coworkers.
Comment from Douglas Goff
I made it to number five. That is where I fail. At least with my father.
Anyhoo, great message with a strong moral standing. Thank you for sharing!
D
reply by the author on 27-Nov-2024
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I made it to number five. That is where I fail. At least with my father.
Anyhoo, great message with a strong moral standing. Thank you for sharing!
D
Comment Written 26-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 27-Nov-2024
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Thank you so much for reviewing.
Comment from LJbutterfly
Thank you for sharing your list of things to do when you are confronted with an enemy. Some of your suggestions are excellent. Some are difficult to execute when a person refuses to acknowledge or speak to you. My pastor suggested you think of things to prays for that person for 15 straight minutes. Do it often. It will not change the person, but it will change your outlook and the way you feel about the person.
I especially like your suggestion to see humor in the situation. Thank you for sharing this list. Best wishes in the contest.
reply by the author on 26-Nov-2024
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Thank you for sharing your list of things to do when you are confronted with an enemy. Some of your suggestions are excellent. Some are difficult to execute when a person refuses to acknowledge or speak to you. My pastor suggested you think of things to prays for that person for 15 straight minutes. Do it often. It will not change the person, but it will change your outlook and the way you feel about the person.
I especially like your suggestion to see humor in the situation. Thank you for sharing this list. Best wishes in the contest.
Comment Written 26-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 26-Nov-2024
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Thank you so much for the generous review.
Comment from Ric Myworld
You said a whole lot with so few words. And although most of it is easier said than done for many, those of us willing and able to relax our fists and open our hearts will be thankful we did. Thanks for sharing.
reply by the author on 26-Nov-2024
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You said a whole lot with so few words. And although most of it is easier said than done for many, those of us willing and able to relax our fists and open our hearts will be thankful we did. Thanks for sharing.
Comment Written 26-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 26-Nov-2024
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Thank you so very much for the kind review.
Comment from Robert Zimmerman
Hello Don.
Your 10 points deliver a strong message. I am reminded of Romans 12 where the Lord says treating an enemy well is like throwing burning coals on his head. This is well thought out.
Robert
reply by the author on 26-Nov-2024
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Hello Don.
Your 10 points deliver a strong message. I am reminded of Romans 12 where the Lord says treating an enemy well is like throwing burning coals on his head. This is well thought out.
Robert
Comment Written 26-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 26-Nov-2024
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Thank you so much, Robert for your excellent review.
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You're welcome.
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Thank you Robert for the generous review.
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
Wise advice about how to forgive someone who has done harm here and your faithful words are poignant. However, it is very hard to forgive and your last paragraph is quite shocking, love Dolly x x x
reply by the author on 26-Nov-2024
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Wise advice about how to forgive someone who has done harm here and your faithful words are poignant. However, it is very hard to forgive and your last paragraph is quite shocking, love Dolly x x x
Comment Written 25-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 26-Nov-2024
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Thank you Dolly, I apologize for the dark humor.
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No apology necessary, this post is clever and magical x x x