If you argue your case with a neighbor… (Proverbs 25:9). Notice the first word of this proverb is “IF” which tells me I don’t have to argue. But if I do, then here are eight things to remember.
- Don’t betray a confidence (vv. 9, 10)
- Practice patience (v. 15a)
- Speak gently (v. 15b)
- Address foolishness without becoming foolish (26:4, 5)
- Stay out of arguments that aren’t my concern—don’t meddle (v. 17)
- Don’t gossip (v. 20)
- Tell the truth (v. 28a)
- Don’t flatter the other person (v. 28b)
Let’s try to keep this in mind IF an argument is unavoidable.
Craig T. Owens 