antidote to criticism.

Reflection: Matthew 10:32-37

When Jesus showed His goodness and healed somebody (Matt.10:32-33), instead of being applauded and thanked, He was criticized, worse, accused as demonic (Matt.10:34). Yet despite what had happened, never did He defend Himself to anyone, He lived in such a way that nobody believed those who persecute Him. More so, He showed compassion (Matt.10:36) and intensified His work (Matt.10:37).

Jesus showed us how we should respond to criticisms.

1) In doing what God is asking you to do, never let criticism slow you down. You can never please everyone, and you can’t avoid unkind words. But remember if you aren’t worth anything, those who are against you, won’t bother. So, when you do the right thing, expect opposition and take them as a compliment.

2) If people talk negatively about you, about the good things that you do, don't react. Don't even defend yourself to anyone. The person who knows the things you do, doesn't need it, and the people who despise you, won't buy it. The solution is simple, live in such a way that no one will believe them. Just like what Jesus did.

As a friend once said: “I love it when people judge me negatively… especially when they found-out they were wrong.”

Remember this guy? hehe! Live, laugh and love out loud!