The Enemies within the Church Part 2

I would like to begin my second part by appreciating those who had contributed to part 1 of the discussions. It would be appropriate to once again reiterate my initial premise of the discussion. In the second para of the article is stated, "I want to suggest the fact is that "the enemies which the Church" are often an unintended or non malicious. Many acted or reacted to certain happenings or persons in the Church unfavorably not because they in discord. Often than not in many instances they deem themselves as conscientious objectors. The acted and reacted from who they think are really of themselves."

The impact of our social experiences upon our lives are undeniable, the question is a matter of degrees. In the last article I raise two issues that can affect our actions and reactions.

To further my discussion I would like to raise another two issue. The first is "negative experience". Experiences induces perceptions. Negative experiences can induce in us preconceive prejudices. Left unattended or unguarded these cultivated preconceived prejudices can trigger us to impetuously react to certain life situations.

Another condition that can inflame our responses and reactions is "social myopia". Social myopia can limit our ability to understand and be sensitive to others. Their inabilities may generate conflict which they may not even be aware of. Many have not develop the ability to discern life big pictures. Not that they are short in ability but more so of opportunity. Given right guidance and opportunity these myopic condition can be corrected.

When we take effort to give ourselves to reflect on these issues much of the perceived enmity will be resolved. Reactions begat reactions. Covey said it so succinctly "seek to understand in order to be understood". When we give effort to understand these issue we will be able to respond to life relationship
more effectively and more appropriately. We respond instead of reacting. We thoughtful express concern and allow person spaced to grow. We all need to space to grow and flex our social muscles.