13. Listen to the critic whom God has placed in your life.
Most likely, God has already placed spiritual leaders and a multitude of godly counselors in your life.
You owe nothing to those who attempt to impose themselves into your life.
Look for the God-given influencers who will seek to encourage, edify and equip you. Listen to those whom God has providentially provided, not those who butt in.
Jeremiah 3:15 “And I will give you pastors according to mine heart, which shall feed you with knowledge and understanding.”
Critics I will hear must pass this test. All others will need to find another kid on the playground to bully.
The platform of criticism in my life is only accessible to those with the highest of integrity and purest of motives.
One final word.
To those who pass this test—I thank you for your role in the molding of my life. You know who you are, because we know each other well! Thank you for caring enough to influence me with your wisdom and Christ-like spirit.