(Martha)
had a sister, Mary, who sat by Jesus’ feet, listening as He taught. Martha, who
was scrambling to prepare for the gathering said to Him, “Doesn’t it bother you
that Mary isn’t doing her job; helping me. Tell her she’s wrong!” (Matthew
10:39-40)
Where there are two people, there are
usually at least two opinions - maybe more. Often one of those opinions or a
person’s actions may be wrong. Do you care enough about your people and their
development to tell them the truth? Will you risk the negative aspects of conflict
and help them to grow?
Jesus knows that ignorance is costly. He
loved both Mary and Martha. To see conflict erupt in this public way was
probably discouraging to Him. How long had they been friends? Why did Martha
not understand? Jesus also knows people become side-tracked. That is why
staying “at Jesus’ feet,” or focusing on Him and His word is so important. In
your group, there will be conflict. You will be engaged in conflict. The
question is, will you create conflict where it is necessary and profitable to
your people?
In a world of choices, where men and women
have freedom to choose, there will be poor decisions. Care enough for your
people to confront them when they make poor choices.
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