8.4.3 Application/discussion

“The enemy against whom I fight is always a part of myself as well.” (R. Ruthe)

This also applies to the minutiae of daily living: men suffering for early male pattern balding are teased almost exclusively by men who also suffer from male pattern balding. The best reaction is according to John 8: “Oh you already have a bald spot too!” or “Our beer bellies match!” The other’s reaction is striking every time!

The same is true for those who are very morally strict in church. Also, those who constantly need to present the correctness of strength of their own faith to others in church. They are probably more comfortable battling their own doubts in the lives of others.