Hi Pastor John,
I was driving down the road today and the spirit started talking to me. Last night Michelle and I cleaned your office, so I had the thought, “I wonder if Barbara might see something that needs to be done differently, maybe offer us a little constructive critique.” As soon as I had the thought, this is what the spirit said (paraphrased):
To construct is to build up. To destruct is to tear down. Man thinks destructive criticism is always bad, but what is it that the criticism is tearing down? If it is tearing down pride and self-will, then it is constructive criticism. Or even if it is something you think you don’t need help with, but it is keeping you from the next good place with Jesus, it is still constructive. Whether the criticism you offer is constructive or destructive, just don’t let it be obstructive.
Then it just got really, really quiet. I still feel really quiet.
destructive–criticism. Noun. Criticism given with the intention to harm someone, derogate and destroy someone’s creation, prestige, reputation and self-esteem.
Beth