Pastor Beth Moore Speaks On The Negative Effect Of Feuds
In her recent reflection on Psalm 18, Pastor Beth Moore shared a deeply personal message about the toll that constant feuding can take on one’s soul. Drawing from her experience within the Southern Baptist Convention (SBC), she highlighted how the relentless conflicts within the denomination wore her down over time. Despite her deep love for the women she served and the cherished memories from her past, she admitted that it wasn’t until she stepped away that she realized just how exhausting and erosive the constant battles had been.
Pastor Moore was careful to point out that not all Southern Baptist churches are embroiled in these disputes. Many congregations remain untouched by convention politics, focusing instead on their local communities. However, for her, being deeply involved meant she saw too much and knew too much. The weight of that knowledge became too heavy to bear.
Today, she finds herself outside the circle of those controversies, no longer willing to be drawn back into the fray. Her message, however, extends beyond denominational lines. It speaks to anyone who finds themselves caught in a cycle of conflict—whether at home, work, or within their own soul. Constant feuding, she warns, can make you sick. It drains your spirit and can push you toward an early grave.
Pastor Moore’s plea is simple yet profound: seek freedom from the feuds that entangle you. Whether you need to physically leave an environment or simply refuse to participate in the discord, choose peace. Let Psalm 18:43 be your prayer: “Free me, my Lord and my God, from the feuds among the people. FREE ME before it kills me.” Her closing words resonate deeply: “The peace of the Lord be with you, my friend. And, boy, do I mean that literally this morning.”