Ok...I need to vent a little so I thought what better place to do so than my blog. So...here goes. I have come to the conclusion that the phrase "agree to disagree" no longer holds the value that it used to. Everyone has the right to their own opinion, and that is all good unless, in the midst of expressing your opinion you decide to discredit someone else's. Just because we have different opinions doesn't make us right or wrong...it makes us individuals; sometimes it even makes us unique. I'm all about listening to others opinions, and have from time to time expressed my own, but what I try not to do is disrespect those that I don't agree with. It is fine to have a different opinion, just DON'T disrespect someone because of it. Afterall, what makes one opinion better than the other? They are OPINIONS not facts. It is also fine to ask why they feel as they do, as long as you do it respectfully. If not please LEAVE IT ALONE, and agree to disagree. It is that simple. As Bambi said, "If you can't say something nice...don't say anything at all." Ok, so now, off of my soap box. Thanks for listening!
Here is what the Bible says about taming your tongue. (English Standard Version ESV)
Whoever keeps his mouth and his tongue keeps himself out of trouble. Proverbs 21:23
There is one whose rash words are like sword thrusts, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.
Proverbs 12:18
A soft answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.
Proverbs 15:1
Even a fool who keeps silent is considered wise; when he closes his lips, he is deemed intelligent.
Proverbs 17:28
Whoever covers an offense seeks love, but he who repeats a matter separates close friends.
Proverbs 17:9
