FP 30 Courteous Encounters

Opening Doors & Hearts

This week we're talking about the quote from Caleb Holt in the movie FIREPROOF, "Welcome to the new normal." How do we know what is a new normal in our lives. One thing that struck me is this: A new normal for most of us would be to go back to how we treated one another when we were dating.

What were some things we tried to do for each other when dating that too many times goes by the wayside? Here's just a few I thought of:

• Calling if you're going to be late
• Complementing hair, dress, accessories, etc.
• Talking
• Listening
• Standing when a lady enters the room or approaches the table
• Opening her car door or entry way door
• Being tender in words and actions

I know, I know - those are old fashioned ideas. But they're good ideas. Actually, they should never go away but be a part of our repertoire in our day-to-day activities of loving, caring and courteously treating one another "out of reverence for Christ." Ephesians 5:21

But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure and full of quiet gentleness. Then it is peace-loving and courteous. It allows discussion and is willing to yield to others; it is full of mercy and good deeds. It is wholehearted and straightforward and sincere. James 3:17 (TLB)

So if you want to open the hearts of those you care for and love, be courteous and kind in all you do, and you will truly experience courteous encounters of the first kind!

Until Tomorrow,

Pastor Steve