“How free would you be if you were unoffendable?” “Life is too short and your calling is too great to live offended.” -Craig Groeschel James 4:14; How do you know what your life will be like tomorrow? Your life is like the morning fog—it’s here a little while, then it’s gone. Proverbs 19:11; A person’s discretion makes him slow to anger, And it is his glory to overlook an offense. HOW CAN WE RISE ABOVE OFFENSES? We need God’s help. Rising above offenses is a choice. It is not God’s will for us to live as victims. John 8:36; So if the Son set you free, you will really be free “I try to raise my soul so high that the offense can’t reach it.” -Renee Decar Life Lesson: Don’t replay it, REPLACE it. Live with humility. Ephesians 4:2-3; Always be humble and gentle. Be patient with each other, making allowance for each other’s faults because of your love. 3Make every effort to keep yourselves united in the Spirit, binding yourselves together with peace. Humility is not weakness, it’s strength. Humility is a sign of maturity. Life Lesson: Love first, lead second. Seek help. Confide in a trusted friend. If needed, get professional help. Colossians 3:13; Make allowance for each other’s faults, and forgive anyone who offends you. Remember, the Lord forgave you, so you must forgive others. Life Lesson: Bitterness will never make you better.