When Letting Go Protects Your Walk With God

I don’t like hurting people, and I never like hurting someone’s feelings. But sometimes, if you cannot truly get along with someone, it is best to let the friendship go—especially when you sense it is not in God’s will.

Jesus was a friend to sinners, but He also walked in peace and truth. Not every relationship is meant to continue, and not every connection is meant to be close. If someone consistently rubs you the wrong way, like sandpaper on your spirit, it is okay to step away. The goal should always be to do it peacefully and without bitterness.

For years, I kept certain people on my Facebook whom I rarely spoke to. When they did comment, it was often snarky or judgmental. I held on far longer than I should have, not wanting to let go of the small connection we once had. But eventually, through prayer and reflection, I realized it simply wasn’t God’s will for those relationships to continue. Our spirits did not match. Letting go was not easy, but it was necessary—for me and for them.

Whenever these individuals commented on my posts, it caused me real distress. Their words were consistently judgmental and misplaced, even though they believed they were right. Over time, this began to affect me mentally and emotionally. It caused me to pull back from people, to put my guard up, and to become emotionally distant.

Emotional distance can harden the heart, and a hardened heart separates us from God. Scripture tells us to guard our hearts, because out of them flow the issues of life. Light and darkness do not walk together, and harmful speech—especially when repeated—can quietly damage your spirit if you allow it to remain.

One of the hardest decisions was letting go of a longtime friend with whom I shared many mutual connections. Another was a former customer. I appreciate their past support, but I could no longer accept ongoing, harmful judgments that brought unrest into my life.

This decision was not made in anger, pride, or impulsiveness. It came after patience, prayer, and self-examination. Sometimes doing the right thing is painful, but it brings peace. Protecting your peace also protects your walk with God. If a relationship causes you to withdraw, remain guarded, or grow distant from people, it is not healthy for your spiritual life.

The Bible reminds us:
“Do not be deceived: Bad company corrupts good morals.” (1 Corinthians 15:33)

Jesus also taught that when something consistently leads us into spiritual harm, it must be removed—even when it is painful:
“And if your right hand causes you to sin, cut it off and throw it away.” (Matthew 5:30)

Letting go does not mean hatred. It means wisdom. It means choosing peace, guarding the heart, and continuing to walk closely with God.


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