Criticism is an offensive move against another person. The intention is to reveal something negative or offensive about their character. In most cases this is a perceived assault, which provokes a defensive response. A wise person will accept correction and instructions for changing this behavior.
When you offer correction or instruction to others, be sure you speak with kindness. Listen to Proverbs 10:23: “It’s foolish to enjoy wrongdoing. Intelligent people take pleasure in wisdom. The righteous get what they want, but the wicked get what they fear most.”
Benjamin Disraeli observed, “It’s far easier to be critical than to be correct.” When the impulse to be critical arises, reflect on what drives that need in you.
Ask God for insight and wisdom for managing yourself and the situation. It is God’s desire to correct you because he loves you. So do not resist or reject his correction.
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We know God’s children do not make
a practice of sinning, for God’s Son holds them securely, and the evil one
cannot touch them.
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