For three days I've been thinking of something fantastic to reply to my anonymous commenter, someone who clearly doesn't know me or my sense of sarcasm, but every time I go to type it out, there's this little part of me that keeps saying not to. It's that little part in all of us, that knows when you're doing something wrong and tries to get you to stop. It's called a conscience. My conscience is loud, and I believe my conscience has a name, Jesus.
So as much as my feelings were hurt for some stupid comment someone decided to post on my blog, I have to think big, listen to my conscience, and ask myself what Jesus would do. Yes WWJD. Jesus would welcome criticism and love the person back. I mean really, he was beat to a shred, thorns stuck into his head, a cross the size of a giant tree stump thrown across his back, and strangers spitting all over him. Instead of making snarky remarks at them, he just looked up in love and asked God's forgiveness for them. And here I am getting upset over a ridiculous blog comment? Please.
In life there are always going to be people who will judge you, talk about you behind your back, say the wrong thing, lie to you and put labels on you. It's just how it is, and sadly we're all guilty of it. The good news though, is that we all have the reassurance that HE knows the real us, no matter what someone else thinks, and that's all that really matters.
To my anonymous commenter: Luke 6:27-28.
I'm reciting this, and thinking of you.
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
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Well said. You picking up what she is layin' down. ;)
ReplyDeleteVery classy and thoughtful response. Sometimes it is difficult to face the reality of how rude, crass or careless others can be these days. Being "anonymous" seems to give some people license to be complete jerks. I am glad you took pause to really think and pray out a response rather then reacting suddenly. And while I somewhat loathe the WWJD cliche, honestly, everyday something occurs that makes me pause and say WWJD??? I don't know you in real life, although we know lots of the same people, but what I do know is that you are a woman who loves Jesus, loves her family, loves her friends and even loves the stranger who would post rude and mean comments to your lovely blog. Kudos to you for showing the real love Jesus has for each of us no matter how far off base we can be!
ReplyDeletei love this, and i love you! :)
ReplyDeleteOK....now I feel bad for being snarky!!! You are a woman of great class and compassion. This is a amazing response you have written. Sometimes it is easier to respond back with harsh words and criticism. That was my first impulse and one I acted on. You took a much higher road in your response. This alone shows that "anonymous" really doesn't know you. An example of what your friends feel about you is the numerous responses that were posted in your defense to the rude comment.
ReplyDeleteYou have really shown what great heart you have Jenny. Those of us who know you already knew that! Thanks for being you and setting such a good example of compassion and great humanity! Cheers to you!
nicely worded!
ReplyDeleteLove you for who you are!
taking a few days to think.....always a good idea. Just keep pouring out your heart and loving Jesus.....there will ALWAYS be people who don't understand us along the way! Hope you and your family are having a wonderful summer. :)
ReplyDeleteHey Jen.....Traci and I read your blog weekly and it is a HIGHLIGHT of our week!! We love all your posts! P.S. my kids have 3 build a bear each....I think it is rediculous...until i see their faces...totally worth all the money in the world!!
ReplyDeleteatta girl
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