I know we had the conference in the fall about the law of kindness. And last night was my night that I was supposed to add my verse and write a little something about it. Well, I hadn't really thought about this much until this morning when God convicted me of the law of kindness. My verse is James 1:19. My DEAR brothers, take note of this: everyone should be quick to hear, slow to speak and slow to become angry. WOAH- the conviction. Last night, I was with coworkers for our annual dinner. I had a chair between me and the next girl. I looked around and saw that one person who I thought was coming, wasn't there. I was quick to say "Please don't let ______ sit here. I don't like her. She bothers me. She talks too much... " This morning I was convicted that I was unkind, rude, and what a horrible thing to say! I would like to think that normally I am not like this. But Jesus said "whatever you do to the least of men, you do it unto me."
Not to mention,I am a teacher. This past week has really put the pressure on me about the anger thing. I feel like one minute I am Dr. Jekyl and the next minute Mrs. Hyde.
So.... Here's my plan of attack! First.... I am going to bathe these situations in prayer! Then I am going to talk with the ladies that heard me last night and ask for forgiveness. I also need to confront the lady that I spoke so badly about. (THIS WILL BE MORE DIFFICULT.) And before my babies come into my classroom, I need to pray and breathe very deeply. (ESPECIALLY today since my assistant is out and I will be by myself.) OH--- And pray for me.. My dear SISTERS, take note of this: everyone should be quick to hear, slow to speak and slow to become angry! Keep that in mind today and everyday!
