Perceptions

You really can't form an opinion about someone until you get to know them. One thing that I've realized about myself is that I'm more judgmental of people than I really should be. Sometimes it's hard for me to put myself in their shoes, because all I know is myself. I sometimes overlook the fact that they have DIFFERENT issues than I do. I get so caught up in my mess, that I don't take the time to let others tell me their side of the story. But today, I was able to talk to a person I've clearly misjudged. I have a horrible perception of this person. Let's just say that I didn't think much of them. But today, I thought differently. It was nice and somewhat refreshing to be freed of that distorted perception. I still see this person as someone with issues. But in reality, that's how we all are. I have issues. You have issues. We all do. We all have problems that we're dealing with. We're all facing challenges that bring out our strengths... and also weaknesses. Just like I hope no one judges me, I will strive to judge less and love people more. That means you, too. My perception of is changing because God is changing my perception on several things. He's changing my heart. He's over and over showing me how to love and see people like He sees them.