Is this a word you are familiar with? Snarky is a newer adjective meaning sarcastic or mocking. A service repair man was just at our house giving an estimate. Sadly, I found him rather snarky. He seemed rather put off that we wouldn’t entertain his offer of thousands of dollars for a minor repair. His tone changed, his comments became rather snarky and for me that confirmed the NO we were giving him.

I certainly could have dwelled on the situation and his unprofessional attitude, but rather have chosen to follow Proverbs 4:23. “Be careful of what you think about because your thoughts control your life.” Sage advice. I won’t over-think someone else’s unpleasant sarcasm.

Jesus made many points during His ministry by creating stories/parables. He was teaching his followers how to live wisely and have kind thoughts and caring responses. Why? I believe He was trying to help those who love and follow Him to choose their thoughts wisely….as your thoughts control your life.  Leave the snarky thoughts behind you.  Allow anger to dissipate.  Throw worry to the curb. Snarkiness, if said mean spirited, will not bring you any benefits. God loves you unconditionally, allow that truth to control your life.

Jill