For my anniversary a friend of mine gave me a book by Max Lucado: A Love Worth Giving. So far it is taking 1 Corinthians 13 one descriptor at a time and examining love in depth. The very first attribute given to love is Patience. Now as humans this is a tough one, especially with our society's desire for instant gratification. I have read this chapter twice now because patience is not a phrase used to describe me very often, but I would like for it to be.
A few things that Max Lucado points out that caught my attention:
~ "Impatience imprisons the soul": "Self absorption and ingratitude make for thick walls and lonely jails."
~ "Patience always hitches a ride with understanding" so when praying for patience also ask for understanding.
I know this is especially true with my kids. When I am impatient and not listening I sometimes snap or jump to a conclusion before they have a chance to even finish their sentence, which creates frustration or hurt. Yet if I can wait for them to finish whatever they are saying and actually understand their point, things go smoother. I cannot promise I will always be successful but I can promise to be more deliberate to gain patience and understanding both.
As Mr. Lucado writes: " Before love is anythign else, love is patient"
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