Intentional

For those who don't know me, I am sarcastic. I say things that I probably shouldn't say out loud. And I do so many times without regard to those around me. After I say them, I may or may not realize my words could be misunderstood or hurtful. Please know that when I do realize it, I am remorseful. If I have said something to you that was hurtful, I apologize. It is never my intent to be hurtful. I am working on this.

I am also definitely not the person you want advice from. It would include the words "suck it up" and "stop whining". Harsh, I know. I apologize. Things in my past have shaped this state of mind. It's a survival tactic for me. However, I do pray. I never know what to say to you, but I know what to say in my prayers. My prayers are intentional and thought out. I have no problems asking big things for you. (1 Kings 8:56-60) So if I know you, please know you have been and will continue to be in my prayers. If you have requested prayer, I have prayed and continue to pray for you. Now let's pray I learn tactfulness when I speak out loud. It will require many diligent prayer warriors like you and a miracle. :-) I am ready to take the next steps to be a better friend to you and to show God's love to everyone I encounter no matter the circumstance. I do not promise, however, that I will not be sarcastic anymore. But I do promise to think before I talk. I hope to be intentional about what I say and my words will show God's love for you.