Pr. 15 [The Message}

Communication skills are important. Nobody likes to be hollered at nor talked down to. The tone of the voice tells it all. A soft answer says “I am in charge of my emotions. I am in control of myself.” Soft answers also show respect. These ingredients all diffuse anger and tension.

People throw rationale out the window when they are angered or stressed. I guess their defense mechanisms have taken over. They are in pain.

Come unto Me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you, and learn of Me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. [Matt. 11:28, 29]