Using wisdom

Earlier today, I did something to someone that probably deserved it, that I have mixed feelings about.I've been dealing with a person for a while who has a warped sense of values,and so her lifestyle causes others problems.{Like me.}This person is actually here illegaly,and so can't do a lot of things on her own.So even when I took her job related ,if she needed me at a certain time, she doesn't have accredit card and can't call Uber, is a prima donna and doesn't want to take the bus,and so if I had other appointments at the time, she would be a burden to me,because she'd keep pressing me to rush through the other appointments for her.That's job related.Then, she went out of town for a job, but had a storage bill to pay, with the agreement that she'd Western Union me the money every month. She started out doing that, but then stopped and wanted me to keep laying it out, with promises that weren't kept about paying back.{Besides other money she borrowed.}But now, this is even worse--she's about to come back from out of town, BUT she doesn't have a place to stay,because she was mooching off her married son who just had a baby added and a new house.And she kept "stiffing" him also, so he finally had to tell her to leave!!So if she comes back now,she has a sleep over job{aide}lined up, but I know her,they'll tweak their nose at her, and she'll walk off and expect me to pay her hotel bill!!{Besides, if her schedule doesn't work with mine, she'll be causing me headaches that way.{Hey, who told her to come here illegaly, then I have to pick up the slack?}So today after she was pressing me to pay HER storage bill, and I told her "umpteen"times I've had a lot of unexpected expenses lately,and it "went in one ear and out the other", and she kept badgering me to pay HER bill--I did something which in extreme cases I sometimes feel I need to do--I blocked her number!!{At least, until I can think of something better.}I feel somewhat guilty about it, but what then?That, or have her screwing up my schedule,and doling out to her forever?So are we sometimes justified, having people like that in the world, to do that,for our own protection?Wisdom, wisdom...

 

[Gretchen]

Have patience with everyone just like Jesus did. Help them, pray for them and ask Jesus to save their souls. That is the most important job we have on earth. To bring lost souls to the feet of Jesus. Ask and ye shall receive...says the Lord. Ask for wisdom and for love and compassion. Jesus will give those wonderful things to you.

 

[Steven Bobb]

Have patience with everyone just like Jesus did. Help them, pray for them and ask Jesus to save their souls. That is the most important job we have on earth. To bring lost souls to the feet of Jesus. Ask and ye shall receive...says the Lord. Ask for wisdom and for love and compassion. Jesus will give those wonderful things to you.

But on the other hand, if we assist them in wrongdoing, they'll be encouraged and continue to do it.Then it would be like we're actually helping them in their sin.I can pray for her from a distance, but at close range.....

 

[Kathie]

Satan uses people to make us all angry and then sin against God. All we have to do for sinners at work, in the office or wherever are is to fast and pray for them. Love them, fast for them, pray daily for their salvation. Jesus will touch their heart and mind and you won a sinner for Jesus. Fill my cup o Lord, fill it up and make me whole. That should be our daily prayer. Jesus fill us with Thy love, mercy and compassion for losts souls. In Jesus name. Amen

 

[Fernick]

Be kind one toward another, that is a wonderful gift given to us by God HImself. Let Jesus shine in your life and let others see the Lord in whatever you do or say. Nothing is more important in this life than letting Jesus be the light that shines through ous.

 

[Steven Bobb]

Be kind one toward another, that is a wonderful gift given to us by God HImself. Let Jesus shine in your life and let others see the Lord in whatever you do or say. Nothing is more important in this life than letting Jesus be the light that shines through ous.

Yeah but...if we're helping them in an area where it makes it easier for them to do wrong...aren't we leading them in the wrong direction?I've had a drug addict neighbor ask me to take him to meet his dealer,and one person asked me to lie in court for him. I say it depends what they're asking, and their motives behind it.

 

[Appell]

God is the giver of all good gifts. Wisdom is one of them. Use it for His glory and honor in every situation you are in.

 

[Steven Bobb]

God is the giver of all good gifts. Wisdom is one of them. Use it for His glory and honor in every situation you are in.

Right!!Some Christians believe we should do ALL things for EVERTBODY at ALL times. But if someone asks us to go to a drug dealer and bring drugs back to them,or assist them in another sin, we're only helping them in their sin, which is no real help at all.That's why wisdom is needed,not just blindly do EVERYTHING for EVERYBODY ALL THE TIME.we must use judgement.

 

[Martha Buthelezi]

Earlier today, I did something to someone that probably deserved it, that I have mixed feelings about.I've been dealing with a person for a while who has a warped sense of values,and so her lifestyle causes others problems.{Like me.}This person is actually here illegaly,and so can't do a lot of things on her own.So even when I took her job related ,if she needed me at a certain time, she doesn't have accredit card and can't call Uber, is a prima donna and doesn't want to take the bus,and so if I had other appointments at the time, she would be a burden to me,because she'd keep pressing me to rush through the other appointments for her.That's job related.Then, she went out of town for a job, but had a storage bill to pay, with the agreement that she'd Western Union me the money every month. She started out doing that, but then stopped and wanted me to keep laying it out, with promises that weren't kept about paying back.{Besides other money she borrowed.}But now, this is even worse--she's about to come back from out of town, BUT she doesn't have a place to stay,because she was mooching off her married son who just had a baby added and a new house.And she kept "stiffing" him also, so he finally had to tell her to leave!!So if she comes back now,she has a sleep over job{aide}lined up, but I know her,they'll tweak their nose at her, and she'll walk off and expect me to pay her hotel bill!!{Besides, if her schedule doesn't work with mine, she'll be causing me headaches that way.{Hey, who told her to come here illegaly, then I have to pick up the slack?}So today after she was pressing me to pay HER storage bill, and I told her "umpteen"times I've had a lot of unexpected expenses lately,and it "went in one ear and out the other", and she kept badgering me to pay HER bill--I did something which in extreme cases I sometimes feel I need to do--I blocked her number!!{At least, until I can think of something better.}I feel somewhat guilty about it, but what then?That, or have her screwing up my schedule,and doling out to her forever?So are we sometimes justified, having people like that in the world, to do that,for our own protection?Wisdom, wisdom...

In life we help others but we must draw a line to prevent exploitation, as it is in this case. Sponging other people who are over stretching to help is not justified. This is my point of view.

 

[Steven Bobb]

In life we help others but we must draw a line to prevent exploitation, as it is in this case. Sponging other people who are over stretching to help is not justified. This is my point of view.

I agree!!It's also selfish on their part, because in the end, no matter how much you explain "your side", they keep pushing ,showing they're only looking out for their end, and your "inconveniences" aren't important to them.Also, it becomes a habit to them, a pattern, and they'll never stop if you allow it.Instead of appreciating the help, they look at you as a sap,to be used for their own convenience.