Lael Johnson
@beadgold
Retired cat lady and life coach. Also a Jesus believer/follower, creative, loves Japanese culture, Celtic music, Pinterest and clean humor, plus other stuff.
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youtube.com- It has been said often that it is safer to accept counsel from another than to give it (see Prov 12:15).
Thomas à Kempis • The Imitation of Christ: (Original translation as heard on the Hallow App)
Jesus is working from Proverbs 9:7–8, which warns, “Whoever corrects a mocker invites insults; whoever rebukes the wicked incurs abuse. Do not rebuke mockers or they will hate you; rebuke the wise and they will love you.” This is Proverbs’ way of saying, “Don’t waste your time on pigs or dogs;
Gary Thomas • When to Walk Away: Finding Freedom from Toxic People
Chapter 14 Avoid rash judgment
Thomas à Kempis • The Imitation of Christ: (Original translation as heard on the Hallow App)
It is easy to offend God or our neighbor when we speak carelessly. For this reason, spiritual directors recommend the observance of silence.
Thomas à Kempis • The Imitation of Christ: (Original translation as heard on the Hallow App)
My sorrow may bear involuntary witness against you at the judgement Throne; but my angry thoughts or my reproaches never will, I know!
Charles Dickens • David Copperfield
hard to be endured without some remonstrance by any sane man who knew the truth.
Charles Dickens • A Tale of Two Cities
discomfited
Charles Dickens • David Copperfield
chagrined