Do you know any difficult people? I am sure every reader reading this post knows more than one difficult person. How would you define a difficult person? Are they all unrepentant sinners? Oh boy, watch yourself, Sis Jackie! Just some food for thought. But, I will answer, “No”. Some difficult people define themselves as Christians. 2 Chronicles 7:14 supports this notion. A difficult person is someone whose personality characteristics lean more toward the negative and are hard to communicate with. I am sure you all have a personal definition from your encounters with “Difficult People!”

There is no place in relationships for “Difficult People!” Somewhere along the line, individuals in relationships, whether personal, between spouses, on the job, or even in the church, must generate understanding with each other. Without a doubt, that can be hard to do, but someone has to begin the process. God is loving and forgiving towards all people; we must do the same. Hence, we must first consider the source when encountering someone with a challenging personality. Next, look beyond the fault and see the need. There is a need. “Difficult People!”

Lastly, and most importantly, we must look at ourselves closely to ensure that the “difficult” title is not resting on our heads. It’s easy to see the mote in someone else’s eye, but we must recognize the beam in our eye. Self-examination is not always easy, but it is relevant to maintain fruitful relationships. If we are honest with ourselves, we know sometimes we act difficult, too. Hopefully, those instances are far and in between. “Difficult People!” Lord, give us strength to communicate with them, and they with us. The lips of the righteous know what is acceptable: but the mouth of the wicked speaketh frowardness. Proverbs 10:32. I’ll return next week with a new post, “Recognize Your Power!”

Be encouraged, and God bless!

Sister Jackie