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“Finally, all of you, be like-minded, be sympathetic, love one another, be compassionate and humble.” 1 Peter 3:8 (TNIV)

I’ve  spent almost a month recovering from surgery, and God has taught me many lessons and changed my perspective. Since I haven’t been able to literally walk in my own shoes, God has allowed me to figuratively walk in other people’s shoes. I realized how many things I take for granted. Being able to walk for one and being able to perform daily tasks of living is another. I had to learn to overcome obstacles with trying to get from my car to my office. I realized how blessed I am that my handicap is temporary. People who deal with handicaps on a daily basis humble me; they are more adaptable and are a lot more grateful and joyful for the little things they can do.

Some handicaps are physical and obvious but others are deeper and hidden. Instead of judging a person on what we see and hear, we need to put ourselves in their shoes. Is the cashier who is barely speaking being rude or is she hurting inside? Maybe the person that is driving slowly and “getting in your way” is praying their car doesn’t break down. Perhaps the lady at work that doesn’t dress in the latest fashions or looks a certain way is wearing what she can afford. By walking through each day with a Godly perspective, we will  “see” people from God’s viewpoint.

“Father, Forgive us for times we have judged others from the viewpoint of our flesh and not seen them with Spirit filled eyes. Help us take time to “walk a mile in someone else’s shoes” and truly minister to any need You reveal to us.”

For His Glory

Katrina Redman
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