Self Evaluation

This passed week I was forced to really exam myself on a level I never thought was necessary before. IV always felt like a good Loyal, trustworthy and sincere person, that never hurts anyone (which most people think about themselves). I had to do some SELF EVALUATION. Have you ever stop to think about the way You may talk to people when frustrated or passionate about something? Do you think about how you communicate when lots of emotion is involved? Do you get brash (self-assertive in a rude, loud or overbearing way)? Are you quick to always be right? Are you super aggressive to the point where you may be viewed as abusive in speech. In James 1:19 (AMP) he talks about being quick to hear( being a ready listener) slow to speak and slow to take offense and get angry. Most people are not really good listeners, we form opinions of what we think people are saying (or what we think they really want to say) without hearing what they are really saying. We then take offense and out hurt get angry and speak out fast with a bunch of emotions. The problem with emotions, is that they change, but the scars they leave don't leave so easy. I understand we are all human, but that doesn't excuse negative speech. If we start being more mindful, by SELF EVALUATING and start TRUELY listening more and really understanding the message being delivered. Misunderstanding and hurt feelings wouldn't be so common. We ruin great partnerships and relationships with being so quick to speak without hearing. Take a SELF EVALUATION and see if your really listening or talking. Are you always right? Do you think about the other persons feelings when you speak? Being Right doesn't always mean your being affective. All these are to be considered while communicating with others. You never know how many people feel abused or misunderstood by you. SELF EVALUATION is a must. Know one is perfect and right all the time. Misunderstandings happen everyday and its up to you to EVALUATE how you listen and respond. Our responses should always be from a position of LOVE and not with a spirit of offense. LOVE never offends but protects and brings comfort. LOVE wants to give peace and joy. SELF EVALUATE AND WATCH GOD WORK WONDERS IN YOUR RELATIONSHIPS...!!!! Be Blessed my friends and stay tuned for my next GOD inspired blog of the day.