This article is full of good reminders for me. The first is that our sense of worth can never rest in the fickle opinions of other flawed human beings. Our sense of worth must lie in our relationship with the One who created us and continues to create us daily. The second is to do what I can to help create a culture where differing opinions are respectfully explored. This includes being kind on social media. It is possible to share the truth with love. It is easy to judge and hard to understand. So, seeking to understand, though more difficult, is kinder and, often, reveals more truth. Third, when I fail, seeking forgiveness quickly is important. However, once forgiven, I must rest in that forgiveness even when others continue to condemn me. At that point, I can keep my serenity by remembering that their reaction is THEIR reaction and has little to do with me. May each of us learn from our mistakes and, then, risk living by speaking truth with as much love as we can.
This article is full of good reminders for me. The first is that our sense of worth can never rest in the fickle opinions of other flawed human beings. Our sense of worth must lie in our relationship with the One who created us and continues to create us daily. The second is to do what I can to help create a culture where differing opinions are respectfully explored. This includes being kind on social media. It is possible to share the truth with love. It is easy to judge and hard to understand. So, seeking to understand, though more difficult, is kinder and, often, reveals more truth. Third, when I fail, seeking forgiveness quickly is important. However, once forgiven, I must rest in that forgiveness even when others continue to condemn me. At that point, I can keep my serenity by remembering that their reaction is THEIR reaction and has little to do with me. May each of us learn from our mistakes and, then, risk living by speaking truth with as much love as we can.
Good thoughts!