What powerful words these are, indeed. Imagine the difference we could make in our lives, and in our community, if each of us tried to live by these words. Think about it. One of the goals of the ATC is building community. It destroys people, lives, and community.
Words can hurt.
I know, I was married to a mental abuser for many years. The suffering was beyond anything I can express here. It took years of therapy to put my life back together after the divorce. So I know first hand the power of words and how they can be used to hurt or destroy others. If it is important, take the time to ask the principle people involved what really happened.