In Sunday School, Johnny heard how God created everything, including human beings. He seemed especially interested when the teacher said that God formed Eve from one of Adam's ribs.
Later in the week, Johnny's mother noticed him lying down and clutching his side.
She asked, "Johnny, what in the world is the matter?"
Johnny replied, "I have a pain in my side Mom. I think I'm about to have a wife!"
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So often we forget to appreciate the humor life throws at us. It's so easy to get caught up in the moment and throw a pity party. Be it in a relationship, marriage, work situation. It's just about me, me, me. Sadly, we don't get very far when our attitude focuses on the negative. We are more likely to spiral down in a whirlwind of emotions and regret the day, hour or moment.
I find it easier walking away and then returning to address the problem. It's not always the case though because our nature is to retaliate.
How much damage can I cause when I am hot tempered, easily angered and too quick to speak. For me, that calculation = DISASTER!
"Be transformed by the renewing of your mind...." I read this so often and off-course the Holy Spirit whispers this into my heart when I am in conflict.
My rules for fighting fair:
1) Speak to build each other up
2) You have 2 ears, 1 mouth - clearly we should do more listening!
3) Forgiveness
4) Love
5) Respect
6) Learn
7) Move on
And lastly, it's point no. 8) Laugh
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