Motive Matters

“People think that whatever they do is right, but the Lord judges the reasons for everything they do.” Proverbs 21:2 ERV

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http://bible.us/406/pro.21.2.erv

Motive Matters
“Motive-The psychological feature that arouse an organism to action toward a desired goal; the reason for the action; that which gives purpose and direction to behavior.”

A few years ago, my actions were interpreted as ungodly. The incident reminded me of how brutal misconception is. When a person interprets your action as negative or wrong, they start thinking- oh he must be this or that, or he is …., it is called “labeling”, one of the psychological self defeating belief. This belief if left unchecked or unproven most often leads to a greater damage.

There are deeper reasons why I do what I do and sometimes simple human beings outside my circle are unable to fathom the reasoning. Even my own family sometimes is unable to crack the code of why I do the things I do.

How do I select my next action?
1. If the action can benefit others.
2. If the action can glorify the Father.
3. If the action can be learned.
4. If the action can enhance the body, mind and spirit.
5. If the action can uplift someone.
6. If the action can produce a peace of mind.
7. If the action can build endurance and patience.

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