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The Hope of Relational Influence

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Do you believe that Christ can spiritually influence any person to change through your unconditional kindness and respect? God’s Word repeatedly promises that when we treat an opponent with consistent kindness and respect, we can have a positive impact on them. Note the positive relational effects God promises you in the following Bible verses if you remain proper in your responses.  Proverbs 15:1 says that if you give a gentle answer to a person who is angry with you, then you will reduce their wrath. Proverbs 16:21 says that if you speak kind and sweet, then you will be more persuasive. Proverbs 15:2 says that if you possess wisdom, then your knowledge and advice will be easier to accept and more attractive to embrace. Proverbs 16:7 says that if you please God in the way you treat and relate with others, then even those who do not like you will be at peace with you. There was a pastor who honked his horn in irritation at a slowpoke driver in the middle of rush hou