There’s this guy at work who is so arrogant and unprofessional, especially during meetings, who is really a test of patience and forbearance.
This morning as I was alone in the coffee room, I was thinking, I hope I don’t encounter this person as I don’t really want to greet him and talk to him. But God really works in the funniest way, and as I turn around, there he was cleaning his coffee cup. I tried ignoring him and thought of doing a quick escape without having to talk to him but suddenly I heard him say, “Hi George”. Not wanting to be rude, I returned his greeting and escaped with an insincere “have a nice day”.
Back at my desk, I realize how unChrist-like I acted, Christ even called us not only to love our friends but radically love our enemies.
As we are called to see Jesus not only in the obvious, I pray that the Lord allow me to see Him not only through my eyes but also through my heart.
Lord, may I see you in every encounter I experience in each day you bless me with, allow me to love even the most difficult person in the world, not because it’s the right thing to do, but because I love you.