One Chip Down

Some people who are close to me know that I have collected alot of chips on my shoulder about things in my life and I'm finally proud to say that I got rid of one...and Man it feels good!

I met a person sometime last year and after a couple of times being around them in company I decided that I didn't like them, I had a big chip on my shoulder with their name on. At that time, once I had made a decision about somebody that was it....BUT....I saw a dramatic change in this person recently and I felt God telling me not to judge them because of what they were or did in the past but to give them a chance. It took a serious effort and it was hard work but I am so thankful that I did because I would have lost one of the best friends that I've now got. I finally understood what grace is and how we don't decide when or who we give it to.... only God decides that. I thank God everyday for the friends & people that He surrounds me with...they are all a blessing.

Please right now think of someone that you don't normally give the time of day to and make a real effort to get to know them....you could be missing out on some great friendships!