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‼️ THE WEEKEND WORD
Trolls

“When Jesus left there, the Pharisees and the teachers of the law began to oppose him fiercely and to besiege him with questions, waiting to catch him in something he might say.” (Luke 11:53–54 NIV)

A frequent question we often get at AP Media is: “How should someone handle online trolls?” Now, whether or not we should even use the term “troll” is a topic for another discussion, but let’s use a common definition: a troll is a person who deliberately provokes or upsets others in online communities.

It is safe to say, based on this definition and our passage, that Jesus dealt with “trolls.”

When we read the Gospels, we see that Jesus responded to people with consistency. When He interacted with someone who was humble, He responded with grace, like the woman caught in adultery. But when confronted with someone who was prideful or deceptive, He responded with the Law to reveal their unrighteousness. We see this in the previous verses.

According to the example of Jesus, we are not to treat every question the same. Sometimes people are sincerely asking, and sometimes they are trying to start an argument or trap us in our words. We must discern the difference and respond accordingly.

A sincere question should be thoughtfully engaged, speaking truth with grace. Questions that hide ill intent should be approached with shrewd wisdom. One practical approach is to avoid engaging publicly and instead message the person privately. This often removes the motivation of stirring up public conflict, and many trolls will choose to disengage.

In a private conversation, we can quickly discern whether someone is open to a meaningful discussion or simply wants to argue. If it is the latter, you are not violating your Christian duty by walking away.

As we serve this week, let’s remember that not every question requires a response. Pray for discernment to speak when it brings life, step back when it brings peace, and trust that God is at work in both cases. - Keith Garner



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