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"Save the drama for your Mama" was the mantra at a high school assembly. The principal said he didn't want any drama in his school.  I totally get that, I don't want any drama in my life either!  In fact with three sons I often rejoice at the lack of drama in our home. Girls seem to carry more drama in their lives than boys, so I considered our home 'drama free'.

That was until recently when a little mishap hurt my feelings. I began plotting what I would say in response, in my mind going over and over the offense until I could feel bitterness building up. As a Christian, I knew this was one of those times to do as the Bible says and 'take every thought captive to the obedience of Christ'.  I also knew if I responded as I wanted to, it would cause hard feelings and put a strain on relationships. So, after an inward struggle, I made up my mind to simply wait. Not say or do anything and when the thoughts of unfairness and manipulative emotions came up, recognized the ugly drama they represented.

While waiting a devotion was read that pertained to drama. "Drama happens when unexpected circumstances hit and we are unprepared to handle them."  While no one likes drama, it is true that unexpected things are going to come our way. But, our attitude can help us prepare for them and help us respond in a way that reduces drama, hurt feelings, relationships and all the clutter that comes along.  

As a Christian, every circumstance we encounter is meant to conform us to the image of Christ. With that in mind we can relax as we realize God knows what He's doing.  Everything is in His hands, He knows the outcome and wants to lovingly form us and mold our attitudes to be better equipped to handle it next time. The secret to less drama is to focus on passing the test instead of failing it by reacting badly.

We can either react - usually without thinking it through and risk an explosion and the dangerous aftereffects, or be still and remember this can be used for good and allow God's good to come out of it.  Drama is coming, are you ready for it? 
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