A
false sense of self-confidence builds a bridge to conflict when it includes an
assumption that those with whom we share a relationship need to be dominated
and controlled. Scare tactics and fear are the usual means for obtaining
dominance and control. This form of leadership does not elicit trust and faith.
While
every family needs boundaries as instituted by God’s word, special consideration
must be given to individual differences as well as freedom of choice when
appropriate. Creating dependency through an inordinate need to dominate will
ultimately bring about the need to escape what is defined as emotional captivity.
Too
much rigidity builds walls of confinement which stifle love and appreciation that
should be freely expressed in a family. The Apostle Paul assures us that Jesus
Christ, who is our peace, can break down dividing walls of hostility when we surrender
to his plan and purpose for us. Jesus said, “Come to me you who are heavily burdened,
and I will give you rest.”
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May the God of hope fill you will all joy and peace as
you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy
Spirit.
~ Romans 15:13 New International Version
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