Our reactions are as important as our actions. If someone speaks a hurtful word to us, we are to speak a healing word to them. Jesus taught us that we are to respond to curses with blessings. Harsh words need kind responses. If people are having a bad day, and say something they will regret later, do not add to it by making a bad day for yourself. This is not easy. It requires patience and grace. It requires self-discipline. The Lord of grace will help us to show grace in our reactions.
“Bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you.” Luke 6:28 (NASB)
