Duality?
This appears to the case in this rule. On one hand, GW is saying mind your manners, But if others don't mind, ignore them. Hmmmm, quite a contrast, and I don't agree.
Here's why.
The problem with us people is that we are so focused on what others perceive of us. But when we believe others are on the wrong, we simply back out and curl back to our comfort zones.
Scripture is not silent on this. Clearly it says ' "If your brother or sister sins, go and point out their fault, just between the two of you. If they listen to you, you have won them over."
Though the specific table manner described by GW does'nt fall into a 'sinful' category, I believe it is worth heeding what scripture has to say. It is one thing to recognize an uncivilized deed, it is another to point it out, and it is best to gently nudge folks towards a better alternative. Of course, approach is everything! Other people would approach in an annoying manner. Others with a subtle touch. But doing nothing is the worst.
WWYD! What would you do ?
This appears to the case in this rule. On one hand, GW is saying mind your manners, But if others don't mind, ignore them. Hmmmm, quite a contrast, and I don't agree.
The problem with us people is that we are so focused on what others perceive of us. But when we believe others are on the wrong, we simply back out and curl back to our comfort zones.
Scripture is not silent on this. Clearly it says ' "If your brother or sister sins, go and point out their fault, just between the two of you. If they listen to you, you have won them over."
Though the specific table manner described by GW does'nt fall into a 'sinful' category, I believe it is worth heeding what scripture has to say. It is one thing to recognize an uncivilized deed, it is another to point it out, and it is best to gently nudge folks towards a better alternative. Of course, approach is everything! Other people would approach in an annoying manner. Others with a subtle touch. But doing nothing is the worst.
WWYD! What would you do ?
| 100th | Cleanse not your teeth with the table cloth napkin, fork, or knife; but if others do it, let it be done without a peep to them. |
1 comment:
my take on this, peace is the presence of order by negotiating conflict. it is not the avoidance of conflict because of fear or even worse, indifference.
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