The XM ChallengeDifficult Relationships Reimagined – The XM Challenge https://www.rickbergen.net Help Plant 1,000 Churches Fri, 07 Nov 2025 23:01:05 +0000 en-US hourly 1 169531157 Difficult Relationships Reimagined https://www.rickbergen.net/?p=2613 https://www.rickbergen.net/?p=2613#respond Thu, 06 Feb 2025 23:09:29 +0000 Rick Bergen https://www.rickbergen.net/?p=2613 Psalms 31 and 33 are among David’s reflections on how God is looking for servant leaders. David’s training underwent a wilderness season of responding to difficult people. He passed tests by refusing an easy power-over takeover, continuing to be the right person by serving as well as possible, and choosing to trust God.

Reflections from Psalms 31 and 33

  1. Trust in God’s Timing: David trusted God’s timing rather than seizing control by force (Psalm 31:15).
  2. Seek Refuge in the Lord: David repeatedly sought refuge in the Lord (Psalm 31:1-2).
  3. Praise God’s Righteousness: David continually declared the faithfulness of God (Psalm 33:1-5).
  4. Know God Rules: David reflected on God’s dominion (Psalm 33:6-9).
  5. Believe God Provides and Protects: David emphasizes that the eyes of the Lord are on those who fear Him, and He delivers them (Psalm 33:18-19).

Like David, we are called to be servant leaders. We trust in God’s wisdom and timing. We acknowledge and are grateful for His presence and His presents.

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