We understand that you're facing an awkward situation due to something said to someone else. First, we commend you for acknowledging God's will and ending your request in Jesus' name. It's crucial to remember that our words should always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that we may know how to answer each person rightly.
Let's turn to the Scriptures for guidance. Ephesians 4:29 WEB says, Let no corrupt speech proceed out of your mouth, but such as is good for building up as the need may be, that it may give grace to those who hear.
Colossians 4:6 WEB reminds us, Let your speech be always with grace, seasoned with salt, that you may know how you ought to answer each one.
First, pray for forgiveness if your words did not align with these verses. Second, pray for wisdom to handle the situation with grace and humility.
Let us pray together.
Heavenly Father, we come before you in Jesus' name to lift up our brother/sister who finds themselves in an awkward situation due to words spoken. Lord, we ask for your forgiveness if the words did not honor you. We pray for your wisdom to guide them in resolving this situation. Help them to speak with grace and humility, to seek forgiveness if necessary, and to move forward in a way that brings glory to your name. We ask this in Jesus' name. Amen.
Moving forward, be mindful of your words, ensuring they align with biblical principles. Trust in the Lord to guide your conversations, and always seek to build others up rather than tear them down. Be encouraged by the knowledge that God is with you and will guide you through this situation.
If it is appropriate to apologize to the person then do so. If it is appropriate to discuss the situation further with the person and bring scripture to the conversation then do so. If it is appropriate to discuss the situation with a mentor then do so. You should not discuss the situation further with anyone else.
Romans 12:18 WEB says, If it is possible, as much as it is up to you, be at peace with all men.
Romans 12:19 WEB says, Don't seek revenge yourselves, beloved, but give place to God's wrath. For it is written, "Vengeance belongs to me; I will repay, says the Lord."