Unfortunately some people, even Christian's get offended pretty easily. That can be disconcerting, especially when we expect them to be loving and loveable. However, maybe rather than pointing the finger at others, we are that person? If so, let us ask Christ to change us, for there's no reason to get offended when Christ has born all offense for us!
Inspiration tells us, "We cannot afford to let our spirits chafe over any real or supposed wrong done to ourselves. Self is the enemy we most need to fear. No form of vice has a more baleful effect upon the character than has human passion not under the control of the Holy Spirit. No other victory we can gain will be so precious as the victory gained over self. We should not allow our feelings to be easily wounded. We are to live, not to guard our feelings or our reputation, but to save souls. As we become interested in the salvation of souls we cease to mind the little differences that so often arise in our association with one another. Whatever others may think of us or do to us, it need not disturb our oneness with Christ, the fellowship of the Spirit. “What glory is it, if, when ye be buffeted for your faults, ye shall take it patiently? but if, when ye do well, and suffer for it, ye take it patiently, this is acceptable with God.” 1 Peter 2:20 (From Ministry of Healing, p. 485)
"If we will put self out of sight and come into right relation to God, we will manifest a forbearance and kindness that will make us a blessing to all with whom we associate." – The Upward Look, p. 245
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