Today we are going to talk about the process of developing patience. In our earth suits, our skin, our humanity, we have this tendency to be self-centered. Have you noticed that in other people? In the process of producing patience in our spiritual walk, self-centeredness can become a huge stumbling block. If we continue to be selfish and self-centered, those narcissistic tendencies will keep us from developing patience. Selfishness really is the root of all sin, but if we can kick ourselves off the throne of our own life, and put God there, we will see amazing changes in our behavior. So moving away from selfishness, and toward selfLESSness is one of the first steps in the process of becoming a patient person. Another step is beginning to break old impatient habits. How do you typically respond in frustrating situations? Why not do something in the natural that reminds you to be patient. How about counting, covering your mouth, taking a minute to think before you respond, or simply leaving the area for a moment. When you have a plan in place of what you will do when the frustrating situation arises, you can act on your plan instead of reacting in your flesh. Give yourself some tools to work with. One great tool that replaced negative habits with a positive one was from a man who said this before he started any conversation that might be sensitive. “I want to state this positively, because I cherish you and I value our relationship”. Those same words could change every conversation you participate in. What are some ways to develop patience? 1) By rooting out selfishness, 2)having a plan in place, and 3)then starting sensitive conversations stating things positively, filled with love and respect. Those are some great tools to put into your relationship tool belt.