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Many years ago, I told a friend during a conversation, "You don’t know what you are saying." This might be a typical response when you are strongly opinionated and feel your view is superior to others. However, such words are condescending, diminish self-esteem, and come across as arrogant. When my friend called my attention to it, I later apologized and promised to do better next time. Speaking is an art, and we can learn the art of speaking skillfully and professionally. Here are a few strategies that I think would be helpful. Credit: Image by MabelAmber on Pixabay 1. Agree to Disagree One effective strategy is to agree to disagree. Start by appreciating their personality or viewpoint so they do not see your comment as a personal attack. For instance, you might say, "Hmm, your point actually got me thinking, and I appreciate your thought process. But don’t you think…? This is because…." This approach acknowledges their perspective, making them feel valued and int...

  "Each thing is created by God and derives its true meaning in God; therefore, without the knowledge of God, each thing loses its meaning." This profound truth speaks to the essence of our existence. Everything around us—every star, every blade of grass, every person—was created by God with intentional purpose. It is within His divine plan that all things find their true significance. When we disconnect from the knowledge of God, we risk losing sight of the meaning that is inherently woven into creation. The Origin and Purpose of All Things God, in His wisdom, spoke the world into existence. As the Apostle John declares, "All things were made through Him, and without Him was not anything made that was made" (John 1:3). This foundational truth links the meaning of everything directly to its Creator. The beauty of nature, the complexity of life, and the vastness of the universe all point to a purposeful, powerful God. Each element of creation, whether great or small,...