Cultivating an unoffendable heart creates a lifestyle of grace towards others. A grateful heart and selfless servant will always put others first. But what does this mean in practice? The following encouragements have helped us understand just what it means to cultivate an unoffendable heart.
• I will not take or carry offenses for myself or for others.
• When there is a need to discuss differences, I will communicate in humility and speak the truth in love.
• I will offer my opinions only when asked, or under the direction of the Holy Spirit.
• I will lead others in an understanding and patient manner.
• When someone accuses or criticizes me, I will respond with humility and an open mind; I will not respond defensively.
• When I feel someone is attacking me personally, I will choose to look at the situation through spiritual eyes, being on the alert for schemes of the enemy.
• I will make it a high priority to preserve unity with my family, friends, church, community, and anyone else...