Don’t Take It Personal
“To them we did not yield in submission even for a moment, so that the truth of the gospel might be preserved for you.” - Galatians 2:5
It’s easy to get caught up in other people’s drama, isn’t it? When someone’s baggage, bad attitude, or harsh words come your way, you may feel like it’s a direct attack on you. But Paul’s response in Galatians 2:5 offers a valuable lesson.
When those who opposed him and his message snuck into the meeting with their self-righteousness and negativity, Paul didn’t let their words shake him. He didn’t even give them the time of day. Instead, he stood firm in his calling, choosing not to take their hatred personally.
That’s the key, not taking it personally. Often, when people attack, criticize, or try to pull you down, it has more to do with what’s happening inside of them than anything you’ve done. Just like Kendrick Lamar’s 2013 rap lyric sparked a beef with Drake—because Drake took it personally—beefs often start when someone’s ego gets in the way.
Insecurity, jealousy, or envy in someone else can easily trigger feelings of offense in you, but you don’t have to engage. You can choose, like Paul, to stand firm in what you know to be true and not let other people’s issues affect your heart.
In situations like these, my therapist reminded me of a key truth, “What others say and do is a reflection of them, not you.” If someone’s words aren’t true, why give them power over you? Why let their fears, insecurities, or unhappiness pull you off track? The goal is to stay grounded in God and in the truth He’s called you to.
The next time someone tries to draw you into their drama, remember that their struggle is not yours to carry. Don’t let someone’s bitterness, anger, or unresolved issues make you question your worth, your purpose, or your relationships. Just like Paul, establish boundaries and refuse to let someone else’s chaos shake the truth you’re standing on.
It’s easy to get caught up in other people’s drama, isn’t it? When someone’s baggage, bad attitude, or harsh words come your way, you may feel like it’s a direct attack on you. But Paul’s response in Galatians 2:5 offers a valuable lesson.
When those who opposed him and his message snuck into the meeting with their self-righteousness and negativity, Paul didn’t let their words shake him. He didn’t even give them the time of day. Instead, he stood firm in his calling, choosing not to take their hatred personally.
That’s the key, not taking it personally. Often, when people attack, criticize, or try to pull you down, it has more to do with what’s happening inside of them than anything you’ve done. Just like Kendrick Lamar’s 2013 rap lyric sparked a beef with Drake—because Drake took it personally—beefs often start when someone’s ego gets in the way.
Insecurity, jealousy, or envy in someone else can easily trigger feelings of offense in you, but you don’t have to engage. You can choose, like Paul, to stand firm in what you know to be true and not let other people’s issues affect your heart.
In situations like these, my therapist reminded me of a key truth, “What others say and do is a reflection of them, not you.” If someone’s words aren’t true, why give them power over you? Why let their fears, insecurities, or unhappiness pull you off track? The goal is to stay grounded in God and in the truth He’s called you to.
The next time someone tries to draw you into their drama, remember that their struggle is not yours to carry. Don’t let someone’s bitterness, anger, or unresolved issues make you question your worth, your purpose, or your relationships. Just like Paul, establish boundaries and refuse to let someone else’s chaos shake the truth you’re standing on.
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