Patience

It's time to check my bad attitude. I need to exercise patience and graciousness, specifically in the way that I interact with my parents. I need to be more respectful and loving, preferring them above myself. Am I doing that? No, not like I should. The Bible tells me that I need to be an obedient child - serving them and submitting to their authority. After all, they are fellow heirs and brethren in Christ. I need to see them the same way that I view all believers. What are some ways that I can be a better daughter/example? Given that I am predisposed to making lists, I thought I'd compile a short one right here to remind myself.

1. Pray - for self-control and patience

2. Hold my tongue when they say something that I don't like

3. Count to 10 before issuing said response

4. Increase my awareness to things that they need

5. Have a heart for compassion

6. Put aside my own selfish needs and wants in order to meet theirs

7. Remember that the Lord has infinitely more patience with me

8. Remember that I have nothing to boast in.

9. Remember that everything I have is a temporary gift.

10. My parents have been my biggest support - time to return the favor.

11. Apologize when I cross the line.

12. Pray for forgiveness from the Lord.

13. Construct ways to not have that response.

14. My annoyance = my sin.