Day 16

I think Paul’s comment in Galatians 5:13-15, “Do not bite and devour one another or you will destroy one another.” is telling.  Violence ultimately harms both the victim and the perpetrator.  We have too often bought into the belief that acting out in violence will make us feel better and will lead to healing catharsis. Revenge is sweet.  It is a myth.  Acting on our impulses to hurt others actually hurts ourselves and prevents the wholeness that God intends in our relationships.