Getting What You Ask For

 Surely the churning of milk bringeth forth butter, and the wringing of the nose bringeth forth blood: so the forcing of wrath bringeth forth strife.
Proverbs 30:33

We have often heard the phrase, “You get what you ask for” and it applies to our actions as well. Just as Agur points out above, the results are driven by our actions. Why should we expect peace in a relationship when we are contentious in a conversation with an individual? I sometimes have to stifle a laugh when someone complains about another, “I don’t know what their problem is”. Often times, it is the complainer that is the problem!
When I have problems with a relationship, I have found the best remedy often lies in evaluating my behavior towards the individual. Am I truly showing them the love of Christ in my actions, words and thoughts? Sadly, the answer is usually no.
While I don’t have the ability to change others, I can change MY behavior. And once I commit my behavior to being Christ-like in the relationship, it no longer matters how they behave. For He loves us unconditionally, regardless of how we behave.
Do you have a troublesome relationship? If so, commit it and your actions to Christ. The results will amaze you!