Thursday, April 8, 2010

Drama.

Romans 16:17-18
17 I urge you, brothers, to watch out for those who cause divisions and put obstacles in your way that are contrary to the teaching you have learned. Keep away from them. 18 For such people are not serving our Lord Christ, but their own appetites. By smooth talk and flattery they deceive the minds of naive people.


Avoid drama! As I've been writing this, I can't think of a non-contemporary word to sum up this passage from Romans which is why I used "drama." Everyone probably has their own terminology for it anyway. I hope you know what I'm talking about. It's pretty childish and unnecessary, if you ask me. In reality, however, everyone knows someone who isn't happy unless those around them are angry and unhappy.

Depending on the age, different situations arise. With teenagers, it may be jealousy in a relationship. A common thought is that once you are in a relationship, you can't have any other friends, for example. It's silly and so unrealistic.

Maybe someone wants you to fall for their troubles. They don't just have one; they have a new problem everyday. They expect you to react and panic along with them and if you don't, you're a horrible friend.

Talk about insecurity! You have to remember though that everyone is human. Anyone who is a drama queen, learn to love and accept them anyway. Prayers and positive encouragement are always good things to throw into the mix.

Still, don't let your acceptance of this person get in the way with the rest of your (social) life. Find a balance as best as you can. Be loving, but also protect your relationships from someone's inharmonious manners.

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