General Relationships

I enjoy sharing random acts of kindness. When I see people in need, I feel compassion toward them. I am not rude, proud, self-seeking or unforgiving. When people hurt me, I am quick to forgive them. I walk in unity with those who are family, friends and co-workers.
Take Care of Yourself

Personalized Scriptures

John 15:12

I have good relationships with others because of my love for them. I put others needs before my own. My heart is gentle, and I am patient with others as I lift them up in times of need. Because of my love for others and God’s love for me, I excel in the grace of giving.

Psalms 103:7

God’s mercy hovers over my child. The covenant I have with God in the blood of Jesus extends to my children (and grandchildren)--covering them completely. Everything God gives to me, He’ll give to my children including peace and protection. I lay hold of God’s plans and promises for my children by faith, and I call those things of change to come to pass in their lives.

Romans 4:17

I believe God for my child’s deliverance and salvation. I put all of my trust in the Lord concerning my children (and grandchildren) and am filled with joy because I know they are turning to the Lord. No matter how far away my children seem to be, there is no place where God can’t reach them. I’m not moved by what I see, but by what the Word says. I believe that Christ will capture their hearts, and they will follow and obey Him.

TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF

Does God want us to be agreeable, even in difficult relationships?
Since the Bible teaches us to love others, we may sometimes allow people to repeatedly cross the boundaries of offense. However, God has also given us the responsibility to take care of our hearts, minds, and well-being. When a relationship begins to drain your time, affect your other relationships, or negatively impact your health and peace, it may be time to make a change. Taking care of yourself doesn’t mean you don’t love others—it means you are choosing to live in wisdom and peace.

How Can You Find Peace?
1. Ask Yourself: What Is This Relationship Teaching Me?
Not every difficult relationship is meant to be removed. Some are meant to teach you, grow you, and strengthen you. Think about a time when someone pushed you beyond your comfort zone—maybe a mentor, a coach, or a leader. It may not have felt good at the time, but looking back, you can see how it made you better. Take a moment and ask yourself: Is this relationship challenging me in a way that will produce growth? Or is it simply draining me?

2. Learn to Set Boundaries Without Guilt
Every relationship should have healthy limits. Have you ever felt exhausted by someone who constantly takes from you without giving anything in return? It’s okay to set limits. The Bible teaches us in Ecclesiastes that there is “a time to embrace and a time to refrain from embracing” (Ecclesiastes 3:5). In some seasons, you may need to limit your interactions with certain people, while in other seasons, you may need to step away completely. That doesn’t mean you don’t love them—it means you are choosing peace. If setting boundaries feels difficult, I highly recommend reading Boundaries by Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. John Townsend. It has helped me and so many others learn how to establish real, God-honoring limits in relationships.


Final Thought
Take a moment today to reflect: Is there a relationship in my life that is causing more harm than good? Ask God for wisdom on how to move forward. You can love others while also protecting your peace.