CHRISTIANITY TODAY
Daily Devotional Companion
DEALING WITH HATE IN LIFE AND MINISTRY (PART 3)

Genesis 27:41 (KJV)..... And Esau hated Jacob because of the blessing wherewith his father blessed him: and Esau said in his heart, The days of mourning for my father are at hand; then will I slay my brother Jacob.

Hatred can be detected. By this I mean you can know when hatred is in motion and in a place. Satan does not work without some form of signpost. He will leave clues to make you know he is the one.

Anywhere there is hate, there are signs with which you can know it. And if someone doesn’t like you, there are signs he or she will display that will help you know you are not liked or loved. They are as follows:

- Anger: This is the first sign of hatred. You can’t be hated without the person showing you some form of anger towards you.

- Violent outburst: Nothing you do pleases the person; they always feel like shouting or fighting with you.

- Anxiety: This one is so bad. It is a state of permanent worry and nervousness.

- Depression: This is the state where the person will now start having a mental breakdown and be in a state of just looking and no longer reacting to the things the way he or she should. Be guided.

Prayer:
I speak peace and life into your atmosphere. I break the circle and chain of hate in your life. Because you are a child of God, i declare you free in Jesus name. Amen.

Bible Reference: Genesis 37: 1-36.

Wisdom Capsule:
Proverbs 18:14 (MSG)..... A healthy spirit conquers adversity, but what can you do when the spirit is crushed?