We reacted more strongly to frustrations than normal people. AS BILL SEES IT, p. 111
Impatience with other people is one of my principal failings. Following a slow car in a no-passing lane, or waiting in a restaurant for the check, drives me to distraction. Before I give God a chance to slow me down, I explode, and that’s what I call being quicker than God. That repeated experience gave me an idea. I thought if I could look down on these events from God’s point of view, I might better control my feelings and behavior. I tried it and when I encountered the next slow driver, I levitated and looked down on the other car and upon myself. I saw an elderly couple driving along, happily chatting about their grandchildren. They were followed by me–bug eyed and red of face–who had no time schedule to meet anyway. I looked so silly that I dropped back into reality and slowed down. Seeing things from God’s angle of vision can be very relaxing.
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For me, picking out “flaws” in others is an easy to avoid looking at my own. This post reminds me of what I know already; if I want to change the world I must change myself. Bearing this in mind when I am criticizing others in my mind changes my behavior back to it’s intended state — patience and kindness. One thought at a time.
Wow i am still amazed at how God speaks to me on a daily basis. as i head out on a trip today i will remember this message and pray for a safe and sane trip.. Thank you Lord..