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Don’t Be Overly SensitiveProverbs 19:11“The discretion of a man deferreth his anger; and it is his glory to pass over a transgression.”Have you ever been guilty of being overly sensitive?Our verse is highlighting the truth that wisdom is shown in the person who can control their emotions and who can exercise the ability to pause their next action or next word when they sense they have just been offended, sinned against, or misunderstood. This verse also reminds us that we have a choice in how we react when we feel we have been wronged. The inner ability to not overreact or be over sensitive is a virtuous trait that can only come be relying on the guidance and control of the Holy Spirit. If your over sensitivity is a common action with you then do not be surprised if people avoid you, or hesitate speaking with you. Overly sensitive people who are also married can put a huge strain on their marriage. Holy Spirit guided “discretion” gives a person the strength to “deferreth his anger” and “pass over a transgression” of another, instead of reacting in haste. Permit me to challenge you to pray and ask the Holy Spirit to show you if you are overly sensitive.Do you think you can handle the truth if God clearly lets you know that you are at times an overly sensitive person?