Reality Check:
Day 2
“Love is patient, love is kind…” 1 Corinthians 13:4
Did you start today with love? If not, how about starting the day over right now!
With God it’s never too late.
I
noticed recently that the definition of love from 1 Corinthians begins
with patience. Why do you think that is? As a mother and a wife, I don’t
have to think about that for long. God is extremely patient- that’s why
it’s never too late to start over. As a mom, I am ever thankful for the
reset button. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve cringed after responding
without love to my children or husband. I hate to even admit it, but
some moments I am so overwhelmed, that I don’t stop and try to change my
attitude. I think I’m justified…but in my heart, where the Holy Spirit
resides, I know that I am wrong. Thankfully, God is love. And that means
he is patient with me as I learn to respond with love in ALL
situations!
Practice:
Practice patience, by pretending to be patient. It sounds silly but it
works. When I want to say something badly, but know I shouldn’t- I
literally bite my lip to keep from opening my mouth. Having patience has
a lot to do with self-control; biting my lip helps me control my urge
to talk. By pretending you are a patient person, you inadvertently learn
to control your reactions.
Family
Activity: Dominoes is an activity that needs great patience. As you
carefully set up a row of Dominoes talk about how waiting (in
expectation, with a good attitude), brings about good things. Give
examples on how a lack of patience can hinder good things. For example
knocking down 5 Dominoes is not as much fun as 50.
Share with us what you do to practice patience!
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