Healthy Relationships
Hello Hello my Chosen friends! It’s been a while. The truth
is I’ve been busy with all sorts of things but I have to remember my number one
priority, which is kingdom work, and hence I am back with you.
One of those things that can keep us busy sometimes is our
relationships. The type of relationship may vary, but one thing they all have in
common is that they take up our time. Relationships are important and since
they do take up a significant portion of our lives it’s essential that they are
healthy. For now, we’ll discuss relationships in general and perhaps later we
can talk about some specific types.
In the body of Christ, we are all members of one family;
just as a natural body with it’s different parts. Your limbs, your head, your
torso, your organs are different parts that may make up your body and are
similar to all of us that comprise the body of Christ. Therefore, the things we
do affect other members of the body. If one member eats right and exercises
that will have a positive effect on the body. On the other hand, when one part
of the body transgresses the whole body is affected. So that simply says to me
friends, we have to be our brother’s keeper. Ephesians 5:21 says “Submitting yourselves one to another in the
fear of God.” We can’t just be about self; no man is an island. As I say
that I recall a discussion I had with a co-worker about teamwork. I was
illustrating the fact that even though we may think at times that we work
better alone, we can’t deny the power that teamwork holds; when our individual
strengths are put together. Additionally, it’s natural; we were born into a
family and are constantly surrounded by different groups our entire lives. Read
Joshua 7:1 & 20-22 to see an example of one person's actions affecting a
nation http://bit.ly/Joshua7-1-20-22.
(Source: elihuscorner.com)
Even though we are a family, we are different individuals
but there can be unity in diversity.
Let’s look at 10 Things That Bring About Unity In The
Family:
1.
Love – Love unconditionally so that when the
challenges come up, you’re not easily deterred.
2.
Obedience – When God provides you with instruction,
carry it out. We only see the present while God sees the entire plan.
3.
Discipline – Everyone has his/her role to fulfil
as a part of the body. Develop the discipline to keep at your part, regardless
of how you feel about it.
4.
Mutual Respect – Respect must be shown at all
times, even if you don’t agree.
5.
Trust – Essential in achieving the purpose as
mistrust causes division.
6.
Support – Part of the reason we are not alone; we need to bear each other up; in good times and bad.
7.
Fairness & Equality – Always do what is
right.
8.
Forgiveness – We all err and need to be
forgiven. Forgive always.
9.
Communication – Aim to always communicate effectively.
10.
Care – Put love into action and ensure the other
members feel it.
Chosen let us aim to blend these key ingredients in our lives
so we can produce healthy relationships, which are vital to our well-being.
MeMe is a young Christian of the Pentecostal Apostolic denomination and is based in Kingston, Jamaica. Thoughts of a Chosen Generation will speak to young to middle age Christians, and aspiring Christians where they will get guidance for Christian living for the benefit of their spiritual and personal development. To learn more about Christianity, you may make contact using the below handle, leave a comment requesting that you be contacted or send a message using the contact form found under resources.
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