Addicted to the Validation of Others

Most people are addicted to the validation of others. Fear of the loss of love and acceptance often causes those who know truth to become silent when they should speak.

There is constant intimidation by others to conform to their ways when those ways are not Biblical. Non-believes expect us to conform to society and believers expect us to conform to their version of Christianity that may not be Biblical.

When we are determined to be accepted by others we will lack the strength to think on our own, out side of the box that others have constructed for themselves based on cultural belief systems. Not only do the general populous stay in their box, they expect everyone else to stay in their box too.

When we say what everyone else is saying, do what everyone else is doing and change our views to fit with those who intimidate, we will lose ourselves and the principles of God.

Those who despise truth and love their traditions live in a world of bondage. Those who love Christ and can think outside the cultural box will be free, joyful and blessed by Christ.

Mark 7:12-13 "12 he is no longer permitted to do anything for his father or mother. 13 Thus you nullify the word of God by the tradition you have handed down. And you do so” in many such matters."

John 8:36-37 "36 So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed. 37 I know you are Abraham’s descendants, but you are trying to kill Me because My word has no place within you."

Those who speak truth freely without reservation can expect many people to come against them, even attempting to shape how others see you by their gossip and lies.

When we see this happening do not fear them. The devil is using these people and he has no power over our soul or our Spirit.

Matthew 10:27-29 "…27 What I tell you in the dark, speak in the light; what is whispered in your ear, proclaim from the housetops. 28 Do not be afraid of those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul. Instead, fear the One who can destroy both soul and body in hell. 29 Are not two sparrows sold for a penny? Yet not one of them will fall to the ground apart from the will of your Father.…"

Christ is our advocate, our protector and our Truth! Let no cultural norms or pressure interfere with the path Christ has for you. He is the only One Who matters.