Word for the day "The sacrifices needed in Relationships"

Matthew 7:12 (NKJV) Therefore, whatever you want men to do to you, do also to them, for this is the Law and the Prophets.If we are to love and serve our family, friends, neighbors, and co-workers in the manner God desires, we must understand the following three things:First, sacrifice doesn't mean giving that other person everything he or she wants. But it does mean you consider the other person's thoughts and concerns equally alongside yours. How do you feel about sacrifcing for others?Second, sacrifice is more than taking another's thoughts into consideration. It's taking those thoughts and putting them into play with as much emphasis and care as you give your own thoughts-even if the thought processes of that other person may not make sense to you. How do you feel about this view?Third, you must develop your own style of carrying out this sacrificial love-a style that's customized to the character and needs of your relationship. You may not always agree with the other person. That's fine. Agreement is nearly as important as the way of coming to an agreement. You are different people, and even siblings brought up in the same home with the same parents and surroundings come up with different opinions and answers to life. But, the use of the servant mind-set must always be consistent among all of us if we wish to love others as ourselves.Hope you have a great July 4th weekend with your family and friends!For His Kingdom,Pastor James Baker, Jr.