Sunday, November 22, 2009

Questions about Forgiveness: annoying people

14. How do you forgive someone who has not offended you, but whose very character is a vexation to your spirit due to clashing personalities?

Not sure what you meant by this. Certainly, we do grow tired of offensive character.

However, if you meant only the clash of personality, then it will help to understand those who are most difficult for you to enjoy. The book that has helped me most is titled "Understanding How Others Misunderstand You" by Ken Voges (Moody Press).

Let me be careful to also say that sometimes we are annoyed by people whom we don't like. We can't like everyone, though we must love everyone. My desire to make everyone resemble me is not a godly impulse!

Let's not classify "annoyed" with "offended" though!

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