When people react, they manifest either their conformity or objection to a belief embraced by another. But even if people are looking at the same picture, the interpretation of each varies, whether favorable or otherwise. As the saying goes, "a picture paints a thousand words". Imperfect as we, human beings, are, we can still manage to go along with others through compromises, reconciliation of beliefs and sharing in values as well as principles.
But when it comes to spiritual and religious beliefs, reactions can be too subjective that may elicit equally charged emotions. This is because there can be no ifs or buts in the spiritual realm. It is either one believes in the truth or harbors what is not true. Hence, when confronted with something that does not conform to one's belief, it is deemed offensive, and retaliation comes in the form of criticisms or cut-out verses, to be taken literally. For that person, the discussion is closed.
When it comes to our Catholic faith, we have learned that there is always a room for conversion, an opportunity to change, and the gift of embracing what is true, of choosing what is right and in glorifying God in Jesus' Most Holy Name.
In other words, we always keep an open mind. We endure and we persevere. We remain humble and peaceful. We are neither arrogant, self-righteous nor do we condemn people for not believing in what we treasure for our salvation. We merely continue to be consistent in our ways and steadfast in the faith.
The rules remain the same. For over 2,000 years the Church has survived and it continued to flourish and spread touching the hearts of people and working for the conversion of sinners.
When engaged in your battle for the truth, put up a good fight of faith. Be strong, all for the glory of God.