Quietly Trust

 

“There’s no use arguing with a fool, for his ranting and raving prevent you from making a case and settling the argument in a calm way.” - ‭‭Proverbs‬ ‭29‬:‭9‬ ‭TPT‬‬

I used to really love listening to the news on talk radio. Many years ago morning radio shows on my commute often intrigued my mind. I think it was just listening to how other people thought. The different ways people think is very interesting to me.

The morning shows led me to talk radio and the news. I liked it because I wanted to know what was going on in the world. When I first started I thought all the news was just news - plain facts…I was quite naive.

Over the years as I gained knowledge, sprinkled in a little wisdom, I started finding myself annoyed with the news of the world. I started getting frustrated with so many things. It wasn’t so much the actual events and movements, it was the reactions of the people. The actions of the so-called “leaders” of this country and many in the world that really got me frustrated. 

The inability to listen, understand, compromise and coexist was astounding. 

It was pick a side, ride and die. Which in my opinion means complete loss of common sense.  

Often I’d offer a point of view on a post, blog or conversation only to end up with heated responses. I started to realize it wasn’t worth it. There are certain people with whom there is no reason to argue because they are closed minded or on the Ride & Die plan. 

I’m not saying I’m right in any case. I’m not saying I have all the answers, but I am a common sense person. When I offer a thought, I’m not hoping to change that person/group’s mind, just give an alternate way of thinking. I’m not about forcing any thoughts on anyone. 

These days I try not to offer my thoughts unless asked (well unless you read these all the time). Certain topics are not worth discussing because of the commitment by those people who believe them. I will try to sit quietly and live by an example. When asked, I will be open to hearing more. I will consider the point and I will weigh it against what I know and feel. 

I don’t have to argue my points, just live a life that lines up with what I believe. I want to be an example of a God-fearing man (lots of work to do) and be there when others need help to live that way. There are times to debate and times to wait. Wisdom will help you know what the time is.