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The more you love people, the more you hate the habits that hurt them.
“[T]he Lord hates . . . haughty, arrogant, disdainful eyes. . . .” Proverbs 6:16-17
“Could you [but] see what every stirring of pride does to your soul, you would beg of everything you meet to tear the viper from you. . . .” William Law
When somebody wrongs you and you won’t forgive, certain prayers will be dangerous until you change your mind.
“[F]orgive me my trespasses, just as I forgive _____ who trespasses against me.” From Matthew 6:12
Father, please make me willing to forgive _____ gratis, just as you forgive me.
Gratis: free of charge; as a gracious kindness
If you decide right now to slow down and say thank-you every time you eat and drink today, you probably won’t want to go back to autopilot tomorrow.
Father, so often I eat and drink mindlessly, preoccupied and unaware. Please remind me today to be thankful and mindful instead. From 1 Corinthians 10:31
“In everything give thanks. . . .” 1 Thessalonians 5:18
When somebody important sees you with contempt, your heart won’t know how very wrong he is until a stronger, kinder Voice convinces you.
Father, I want to be so sure of Your love that all contempt rolls off me like water off a duck’s back.
“May Your lovingkindness enter into me, O Lord. . . . Then I will be able to respond to the one who shows contemptuous disapproval of me.” Psalm 119:41-42
It’s easy to see somebody's faults and flaws. Looking for good (especially when it’s hard to find) is a lot richer and riskier.
“[My] enchained brother, . . . [my] disfigured, scarce recognizable sister. . . .” George Macdonald
“Be compassionate, just as your Father is compassionate. Do not judge. . . .” Luke 6:36-37
The more you pay attention to a problem, the more it looks like a mountain. Paying attention to God (Who is already paying attention to the problem) brings it right back down to size.
“Are you paying attention to what you’re paying attention to?” Dr. Curt Thompson
“Cause me to pay attention to Your unfailing lovingkindness. . . . Show me the way I should go, for I entrust my life to You. . . .” Psalm 143:8
