How do I react when people miss the point that I was trying to share?  Am I able to let it go? Do I find another way to illustrate my point?  Or do I persist until I have won?  Is there a reason I have to be right?

All of us have our interpretations of the truth.  Often the only one who knows the answer is Jesus.  We don’t always have every piece of the puzzle.  There are things that come into play regarding the issue that people are unaware of at the time or ever.  

Of course, there are things for which there is a right answer, but what are we willing to jeopardize to be correct?  If we are making someone uncomfortable or contributing to them feeling unworthy we have not accomplished much in the area of loving our neighbor.  

Our words and actions are tools we can use to make people feel important.  When we make a point of paying attention to what is around us, we become aware of our surroundings and have a better sense of how people are reacting to what is going on.    

Being right is not the objective, love is what matters.  In the eyes of Jesus, we are all equal.  We all are capable of sin and we all have faults.  So how do we make our point without having to be right?

One of the best ways to prove your point is to lead by example.  If your point is not being heard, be a living example and teach through love.  I utilize prayer to help me better understand the situation or person and to quietly spread love to those involved. 

Although I often walk away from unnecessary conflict I rarely miss the point.  I might avoid the point and move in a different direction, but that would be intentional.  

Looking at the glass half empty is a struggle for me, I like to look at it half full.  I use prayer to uncover opportunities to get a point across in a more compassionate manner. 

If I am trying to make a point the last thing I want to do is start an argument.  A discussion is great if those who are interacting understand the situation and come from a perspective of love.  For me, silent prayer is the answer.  Prayer might guide me to walk away, but I rarely miss the point.       

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