Scripture Two

In Matthew 26:22 it says "Is it I?" This was the response of the disciples when the Savior told them that one of them would betray Him. Their reaction was one of meekness and self-examination. This is an inward question. It is an outward recognition of an inner weakness. It says, "Will you help me to know if I have done something wrong?" Isn't that a novel idea? This is tantamount to asking for correction! When the disciples were told that one of them would be the betrayer, they did not start pointing fingers. They looked at their own behavior. When this scripture is applied to a marriage relationship, IT IS A VALUABLE TOOL for creating an environment in which problems can be talked about and solved. The Spirit may dwell in this setting where there is no blaming and no resentment. We can only change our self. We can't change others. Sometimes we hope that changing our self will help to change others, but that is a bonus, and not to be expected.