Everybody Has A Story

If someone refuses to do something, even if it seems to be something simple, it is usually for a deeper reason then meets the eye. Handle with care!

Each person you meet has a story and no matter how well you think you know them, be careful when they say that they don't want to do something! Each person has secret hurts and reasons and even if that reason seems petty; be careful how you word things. Don't ridicule someone for not wanting to do something until you know the whole story. What may seem simple to you, may be a huge deal for them.

Love them like Jesus. He didn't force them to tell their story, He accepted them as they were and if they told their story, He listened and didn't ridicule.

You never know when a listening ear and a kind hug may be enough to heal or when a quick word may destroy them. Be gentle and kind.....it makes a huge difference!

 

"Everybody's got a story
I've got mine and you've got yours
And I will listen if you let me in"

 

"Everybody's got a secret sadness that they cannot keep
Inside forever, let its strength dispel
And tell your story"

 

"Tell your story" by Out of The Grey

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YLNETYum0F8 

 

"Just love them like Jesus, carry them to Him
His yoke is easy, His burden is light
You don't need the answers to all of life's questions
Just know that He loves them and stay by their side
And love them like Jesus"

"Lord of all creation holds our lives in His hands
The God of all the nations holds our lives in His hands
The Rock of our salvation holds our lives in His hands
He cares for them just as He cares for you"

 

"Love Them Like Jesus" by Casting Crowns
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fuAxzEuzNGg