Don’t be a stumbling block!
O God, you know how foolish I am; my sins cannot be hidden from you.
Don’t let those who trust in you stumble because of me,
O Sovereign Lord Almighty.
Don’t let me cause them to be humiliated, O God of Israel.
Psalm 69:6
We have talked in the past about stumbling blocks that keep us from our full purpose with God. Things like ego, business and focus can all get in our way. But have you ever thought about whether you are a stumbling block to another Christian’s path?
Is gossip a part of your life? Have you ever talked about a fellow brother or sister in Christ? Not only is that a sin, you are bringing others into your sin by gossiping about another person. And that makes you a stumbling block to others.
Have you ever given someone a pass, rather than encourage them? For instance, if someone says that they have no time for Bible study, rather than agree and say that it is ok, shouldn’t you encourage them to find the time? Not chastise or demean, but encourage through love?
Have you ever made fun of someone else because of appearance or something they did? This is such a cruel thing to do, and yet, frankly, we all stand accused of it. It is so much easier to laugh with the group, or belittle someone, than to stand up to the group. The high road is so much harder to attain!
It’s not easy, trying to be a positive influence rather than a stumbling block to someone else’s faith. Hang in there!
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