Verse 12 of this chapter ought to warn: "Never read the comments on an online article".
Makes me think of the old saying about never wrestling with a pig because everyone gets dirty and the pig likes it. We all know people who seem to thrive on creating division. This might be a significant portion of the social media user base. I have no problem with people who are willing to have honest discussions about issues, even when I completely disagree with them -- for those willing to engage with an open and honest spirit, everyone can learn something. There are plenty of people, however, who simply like creating division. There's no reality of honest conversation with the hope of conversion or enlightenment. The best thing we can do, and it's been true for 2,000 years, is avoid foolish debates -- they are indeed as unprofitable and worthless today as they were in the first century. Do not invest your energy and life into trying to win over people who have no interest in being won over. Find those conversation partners who have a willingness to be vulnerable and truly listen to what you have to say.
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