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Originally Posted by ZNPaaneah
For many years I have wondered about a verse in the Psalms that says "with God there is forgiveness that He might be feared". I could never understand that. However, on this matter of receiving people based on reputation it makes sense.
Suppose someone slanders you at work to your boss out of jealousy, envy, etc. As a result of this slander your boss then attacks you unjustly. You might be tempted to become angry and not forgive your boss. But, that is the intended result, to drive a wedge between you and the boss. So the fact that "with you there is forgiveness" will put people in fear who would attempt this kind of slander. Ultimately, the act of slander can now blow up in the face of the slanderer, which puts the fear into them.
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In addition to the example ZNP provided, it ca also happen among relatives or even in the church. You can either take the path of seeking self-vindication or you can take the path of "bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you" (Luke 6:28).