Easy To See The Faults In Others

I am sitting here in Panera Bread having a bagel and coffee. I should be on my way to work. But, after a long and busy weekend with Holy Week activities and Easter services. I need a break. Panera has somewhat become my oasis during the week.

As I am sitting here, I have observed a small boy and his mother who frequent Panera often. I have seen them a number of times, when I stop by. This morning the boy is really showing himself (most parents will know what I mean by this). It has become a spectacle for the whole crowd seated near them.

However, what has become even more interesting for me is the comments from the retired couple seated near me, as they offer suggestion for how they would handle the situation. They obviously have an opinion. Granted, I have one too.

This whole situation has reminded me how easily we see faults in other people and how they respond to life. It is so easy for us to be critical of others. Yet, we usually don't see our own short comings. My scripture reading for the morning says, "I have blotted out your transgressions and your sins like mist.." (Isaiah 44:22). Thank God for that. I have many shortcomings, but God still loves me and forgives. May I see the good in others and be reminded of my humanity.