Phil.2:3 Let nothing be done through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves.
I am so thankful for this verse. As a pastor's wife for thirty three years, and Christian worker for forty six, the Holy Spirit had to remind me of it often. Yes, even people in full time ministry have conflicts with others. And when we do, we must remember NOT to be argumentative and full of ourselves. We are to esteem ( think highly) of others, even better than ourselves. Boy, that will take the wind out of your sails. Especially when you think that you have it right and they don't (vainglory). I have been about to blow up over some issue and this verse would come to mind. It is amazing what God's Word can do to settle us down and change our spirits or attitudes when we accept it. Believe me, it saved me from many an unnecessary altercation. This verse will make the "I have my rights" attitude go right out the window. The B-I-B-L-E, yes that's the book for me....it helps in REAL life.
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