I need to learn patience. Impatience and frustration are two of my weaknesses. Unfortunately, I have been warned of the dangers of asking for patience. It is said that if one prays for patience, one will receive opportunities to practice patience. Thankfully, I have another idea. I will pray for peace and for the ability to retain my peace, regardless of the words and actions of others. I will pray that the Spirit of Peace will rest in my heart and grant me peace.
They say that the purpose of the church is to comfort the afflicted and afflict the comfortable. When I lose my patience, it is usually because I'm being afflicted. So, when I am feeling afflicted, I will pray for the comfort I need to practice patience and hold my peace.
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