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#358 â' Staying Free of Offenses

from Joel Osteen Audio Podcast

Download | Recommend | Thu, 06 Sep 2007 15:31

Every day, the opportunity to get upset and offended presents itself. In the Bible, the word “offense” comes from the Greek word that means, “bait.” When you’re tempted to be offended, when someone is rude to you or inconsiderate, recognize that the enemy is offering you bait. He knows that if he can steal your peace, he can steal your victory. The good news is that you don’t have to take the bait! You don’t have to go around upset, bitter, and offendedâ'even when someone wrongs you. Keeping peace in your heart is more important than holding on to anger and bitterness. You can wake...