Got Patience?

by | Mar 25, 2024 | self-examination

SELF-EXAMINATION – BE PATIENT  (Day 2 of 7)
(Need to start at the beginning? Day 1)

When you think of being patient, how have you done in the past?

Love is patient …  1 Corinthians 13:4a ESV

How are you doing now? How patient are you with your spouse? Your kids, neighbors, or co-workers?

boy interrupting father

When I think about it, I tend to see myself as generally patient. But when I slow down and really think about it, I recognize moments of impatience in my day. It usually happens when I’m interrupted or when I’m a little too busy. Sometimes I get irritated or anxious because I just don’t like what’s going on.

Good thing we have practice days this week.   🙂

Baby seedlings!

horehound seedlings

We’re still pretty messy and cold outside in Washington state. Thank goodness, seeds can be started inside. (I have dirt under my nails. It’s spring! Well, sort of.)

 

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Be Patient

by | Mar 24, 2024 | concept

CONCEPT – BE PATIENT  (Day 1 of 7)

Let’s spend some time in the love passage.

Love is patient …  1 Corinthians 13:4a ESV

I looked up the definition so we could all be on the same page.

Patient: the capacity to accept or tolerate delay, trouble, or suffering without becoming annoyed or anxious

That’s a tall order. Really? Have a good attitude in the face of difficulties?

page of scripture

Take the day to talk to God about the concept of patience. What’s it like to respond to challenges with a good attitude? Where have you seen His patience in play? How has He shown patience with you? Is there any story in the Bible that speaks to patience?

 

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What Did You Learn?

by | Mar 23, 2024 | reflection

REFLECTION & PRACTICE  (Day 7 of 7)
(Need to start at the beginning? Day 1)

Here are the three concepts we’ve reviewed this week:

MANAGE YOUR HOME – take care of where you live
BE DISCRETE – speak kindly and respect privacy
DO THE IMPORTANT – don’t waste time on worthless pursuits

My week was a bit challenging. I think I came up with more questions than answers.

pile of questions

That said, I feel like I made some progress and have a greater understanding of where I want to go.

How about you?
How did your week go?
Did you learn anything new?
What else did you learn?
Were you able to have conversations with your spouse?
How did these concepts impact your marriage?

 

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Conversation

by | Mar 22, 2024 | reflection

REFLECTION & PRACTICE  (Day 6 of 7)
(Need to start at the beginning? Day 1)

Here are our three concepts to review for this week:

MANAGE YOUR HOME – take care of where you live
BE DISCRETE – speak kindly and respect privacy
DO THE IMPORTANT – don’t waste time on worthless pursuits

Given your thoughts and overall practice, what conversations do you need to have with your spouse (or others)?

bird conversation

What information are you lacking? What help do you need?

Well, the ducks think it spring. 🙂 This pair stops on our pond every year and sometimes we get to see ducklings.

ducks on our pond

 

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What’s Important in Your Marriage?

by | Mar 21, 2024 | reflection

REFLECTION & PRACTICE  (Day 5 of 7)
(Need to start at the beginning? Day 1)

Here are our three concepts to review for this week:

MANAGE YOUR HOME – take care of where you live
BE DISCRETE – speak kindly and respect privacy
DO THE IMPORTANT – don’t waste time on worthless pursuits

I’m thinking about “the important” in my marriage today.

A part of the equation is what my sweetie feels is important. What makes him feel loved and respected? I need to communicate what makes me feel loved and respected as well.

couple laughing

What makes each of us feel an intimate connection? How do I make time for that?

How’s your week going? What’s taking a place in your thoughts and actions?

 

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Whose News Is It?

by | Mar 20, 2024 | reflection

REFLECTION & PRACTICE  (Day 4 of 7)
(Need to start at the beginning? Day 1)

Here are our three concepts to review for this week:

MANAGE YOUR HOME – take care of where you live
BE DISCRETE – speak kindly and respect privacy
DO THE IMPORTANT – don’t waste time on worthless pursuits

I’ve been considering discretion in my conversations again.

Is it OK for me to talk about someone else’s story if it’s rather public (common knowledge already) and it’s good or kind?

thoughtful woman covering her mouth

Back story …
When I had my first child, I called around to let everyone know she had arrived. I was never the first to share the good news because someone had made a number of calls ahead of me. It was really hurtful. It was public news and it was good! But I wanted it to be my story to tell, not someone else’s.

So where’s the line between stepping on someone’s toes by telling their good news and encouraging someone with a good story? What are your thoughts on discretion?

 

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