So here goes. I’m going to make a real effort to do better in every way from now on. So where do I start? Perhaps with things that I say to people and what I say about them to others when they are not around. Not always too kind am I? He doesn’t do things right and she talks about others behind their backs, or vice versa. Just like me then! Actually I think I’m getting a bit better about that. There are times when I’ve said something without thinking and then corrected it with words like “No, that’s not right. I shouldn’t have said that. That’s unkind and probably unjust too.” And I do ask God to forgive me too.
So can you follow my lead, or are you way ahead of me already? I expect quite a few of you are and I need to catch up. OK, but don’t take it easy because I’m still here and I won’t give up trying. So if you are going to stay ahead you’re going to have to pull your socks up and get cracking. Meanwhile we all need a bit of assistance, so don’t forget to ask for His help every day. You know He will give it.
And do the same with our thoughts, because we can be just as unkind and critical in our minds even if we don’t speak the words. The worst place this can happen is probably when we are driving (non-drivers will be pleased to know this!) as we all fall foul of those who don’t think about others once they get behind the wheel. I’m not doing so well with this one. I can get quite critical sometimes, it’s a good job they can’t hear me! But I will keep trying!
Lord, help me to control my thoughts and words so that I may not offend your ears and those others they are aimed at. And as you offer me forgiveness, please offer the same to those whose actions may cause my failing. Amen.
Jim Finch
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