Assumptions

I adore Karol Ladd's messages in her books and Bible Studies. She brings to light God's love in so many events that we often overlook. Yesterday we looked a Bathsheeba throught God's eyes instead of through assumptions. Do we blame her for David's behavior? How closely have we looked at their "love" storyand their lives? How often have you erred in judgement because you acted on assumptions rather than discovering what was real? Have you misjudged people based on their looks or one comment they have made? What about based on the assumptions of others? What about forgiveness? Do you still hold grudges from way back in your life history based on immature behavior?

"Let go of your complaints, forgive those who loved you poorly, step over your feelings of being rejected, and have the courage to trust that you won't fall into an abyss of nothingness but into the safe embrace of a God whose love will heal all your wounds." Henri J.M. Nouwen

Thanks, Karol