People are all different and we need to learn how to appreciate one another. That is easier said than done when dealing with personality types that are difficult. Have you ever been around someone who erupts like a volcano when you least expect it?
This personality type is extremely unpredictable. You find yourself thinking one way and this person reacting another. In your mind, you play things over and over, because you cannot quite get a grasp on what made him or her snap. If someone frequently erupts with extreme reactions, you can feel like you are walking on broken glass–you are guessing every step and every word.
Loving this personality type is a trick, but Christ in you can make it possible. Remember, love never fails. In this case, love needs to be direct. If someone unpredictably erupts with you, the best thing to do is to get them into a private conversation; remove them from influencing others. Then, listen to what is really bothering them. Many times the erupter is simply over the top with the issues of life and it is a combination of many, many circumstances. Let Christ in you be understanding, but tell the truth about how that action affects you and give them suggestions for ways of responding in the future.
“Don’t just pretend to love others. Really love them. Hate what is wrong. Hold tightly to what is good. Love each other with genuine affection, and take delight in honoring each other.” Romans 12:9-10