The Golden Rule

Do to others as you would have them do to you.  Luke 6:31

I can't count the number of times this verse has been the topic of conversation in our home lately.
 
Raising a teenager often comes with time spent consoling feelings hurt by friends.  These hurt feelings may occur through broken plans, thoughtless words spoken, or being excluded from activities.

I have come to know that occurrences like these are tools God can use to train us up in His righteousness, if we are responsive to them.  There have been many times in my life where I have been hurt, mistreated or felt used.  While it's understandable to want to be comforted during these times, it's important to see the lesson from God in it.  

As an adult, I have learned that God allows me to feel the pain of hurt for a reason; it doesn't feel good to be treated that way.  Therefore, when dealing with others, I need to be careful not to treat them in the same manner.  When I am tempted to do this, I often catch myself, because I am quickly reminded of the pain I felt when it happened to me.  This principle is summed up in Luke 6:31.  If we know how it feels to be mistreated, we shouldn't treat others in the same manner. My daughter is now understanding this valuable lesson, too.

 
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