Honor one another above yourselves.
-Romans 12:10
In the last few years I’ve gained an increased appreciation for the art of thoughtfulness. One of our church’s core values is honor. One of the most tangible expressions of honor is thoughtfulness. This week I’ll share some of the ways that I integrate thoughtfulness into my interactions with those above, beside, and under my authority.
I realize that thoughtfulness carries a lot of feminine (girly) connotations. Typically males resort to thoughtfulness only when trying to seal a deal (think opening car doors on first dates) or right a wrong (think flowers after the argument).
Additionally, certain people seem to be much more inclined toward thoughtfulness than others. Writing thank you notes is second nature to some people. Others have a hard time remembering-or knowing how-to express gratitude and act in a thoughtful way.
For me, thoughtfulness isn’t about gender or personality type. A theology of thoughtfulness is essential for anyone who desires to accurately represent Christ to those in your life.
This week we’ll discover how to make it happen on a very practical level.