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NASB | 1 Corinthians 4:13 when we are slandered, we try to conciliate; we have become as the scum of the world, the dregs of all things, even until now. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | 1 Corinthians 4:13 When we are slandered, we try to be conciliatory and answer softly. We have become like the scum of the world, the dregs of all things, even until now. |
Bible Question: Is there Scripture(s) or biblical principle for which to address the issue of a believer continuing to be slandered, insulted and hurt by the same person. The problem is not a question of having forgiven or continuing to forgive, but, how to continue or not continue to have or try to establish some sort of relationship with that person. It is an assumption that the person is not a born-again believer. |
Bible Answer: Hi searching follower, Welcome to the Forum If someone is slandering, insulting or hurting you, you could take the following steps, having prayed the matter over first: 1) First attempt to talk reasonably with the person. I realise of course that they may not be willing to do so but you should make the attempt. Make your approach gentle and loving. Remember a soft answer turns away wrath. 2) If they will not listen to you you could then discuss the situation with a mutual friend or friends, and see if they can mediate on your behalf, or even go with you to see your slanderer. Possibly even your minister or church elders. 3) If they still will not listen then there is little else that you can do except pray for them, and still love them as Christ loves you. 4) Where you are being slandered you do of course have a right to ensure that the real facts are known in a reasonable way. All this should, of course, be carried out in a spirit of love and compassion. If the person continues with their slander you would, of course be justified in cutting off relations with that person, but for your own sake, and for their soul's sake, you should first do all you can to resolve the situation. As you will note this is mainly based on Jesus words in Matt 18, slightly altered because the person is not a believer. Best wishes |
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