No doubt Euodias and Syntyche were at odds and from all appearances neither was about to give in. More conflicts grow and explode because of pride and stubbornness than any other reason. As you read Philippians 4 it becomes obvious that these two were rejoicing in fighting one another, but not the Lord (verse 4). When this happens, hang on, the ride is about to get rough. Let me assure you that there are no winners in a war of stubbornness!
In the summer of 1986, two ships collided in the Black Sea off the coast of Russia. Hundreds of passengers died as they were hurled into the icy waters below. News of the disaster was further darkened when an investigation revealed the cause of the accident. It wasn’t a technology problem like radar malfunction—or even thick fog. The cause was human stubbornness. Each captain was aware of the other ship’s presence nearby. Both could have steered clear, but according to news reports, neither captain wanted to give way to the other. Each was too proud to yield first. By the time they came to their senses, it was too late.
What a shame!
Dr. Mike Rouse
What to do:
✞Pick and choose your fights carefully. Ask yourself how many will be hurt from your stubbornness.
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