“Love… believes all things, hopes all things” — 1 Corinthians 13:7
One of the most challenging parts of walking in Christlike love is choosing to think the best about others—especially our brothers and sisters in the faith. Scripture calls us to a love that is patient, kind, and not easily provoked. A love that doesn’t jump to conclusions, assume motives, or assign blame without understanding.
So often, what we think was disrespect, offense, or intentional hurt… turns out to be an honest misunderstanding. When we slow down, speak privately, and seek clarity with humility, we may discover the other person never meant harm at all.
“The purposes of a person’s heart are deep waters” (Proverbs 20:5)—and only the Spirit truly knows what is in another’s heart.
That’s why the way we correct, question, or confront someone—whether family, friends, fellow believers, or business partners—matters deeply to God. Jesus gave us a clear pattern:
Go to your brother privately first (Matthew 18:15).
Gossip, venting to others, or making assumptions about someone’s motives grieves the Holy Spirit and sows unnecessary division. But approaching someone directly, kindly, and with the goal of unity honors the Lord and strengthens relationships.
Love doesn’t accuse.
Love doesn’t assume.
Love doesn’t tear down behind closed doors.
Love seeks understanding.
Love goes directly—graciously, privately, humbly.
Love always hopes for the best.
May we be people who protect unity, who believe the best, who speak the truth in love, and who honor God in the way we treat every person we’re connected to.
💕Leeanna
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