Blind to Spot……

As we go through life are our relationships with others shortsighted? Are we only seeing what we want to see and not all that we should see? Have we become so judgmental and critical of others before stopping for a minute to look at ourselves? Are we so Blind to Spot?

When you first get into a vehicle one of the first things you think of is watching out for your Blind Spot. These are areas that you can’t see in your rear-view mirror. We have to turn our bodies either left or right to see if it is safe to make that turn or move into the other lane. So let’s take this example and use it in our own lives. At times we have things so close that they can’t be seen even with a rear-view mirror: arrogance, self-center, MY way of doing things or the classic “I am right you are wrong”. These are things that others recognize but we are Blind to Spot ourselves. You have probably run into someone like this, they tend to talk too much about whom else “themselves”. They live their lives in denial and wonder why they have very few friends. Those around them are scared to point this out. They have a Blind Spot and don’t even know it. Maybe in the past when their Blind Spot was brought to their attention they simply discarded it or became angry that someone would actually tell them what they need to work on. 

So how would one try to correct these Blind Spots…DRUM ROLL…answer…an accountability partner!

An accountability partner is a friend who you respect dearly, can trust to be honest with you and will point out your Blind Spot (s). In return, be open and receptive to this friend who has your best interest in mind. They are taking TIME (hint) and a keen interest in your life both spiritually and personally.  They are good listeners and give advice as needed. They will want to check on you either by phone or text message(s). They can be one of the best GUT checks you have in your life. They are ones that you can call to speak on your shortcomings and provide comfort, and confidentially, thus helping you change and grow. Let me say an accountability partner is NOT a counselor. A counselor is someone that you ask questions of and seek answers from. An accountability partner is someone that can ask you questions, and you are able to disclose the truth. I know for most this is a difficult thing to do. You will be allowing someone to get past the surface-level conversations.

Just think this ONE person could change the outcome of your spirituality, marriage, friendships, relationships with your son and daughter and most importantly GENERATIONS to come….WOW what an impact! So kneel and PRAY for God to bring you this friend or maybe that friend is already in your life you just are Blind to Spot.

The choice is yours…..