2nd Chances

When I first thought of this topic I knew exactly what I was going to say.  Now I'm not really sure.  When I think of 2nd chances now, I want to talk about how it relates to my last post; 2nd chances usually comes after my last topic, when we wonder what would have been.

Think back to the last topic; hopefully I communicated that there are times when events have a purpose.  However there are other times where we make downright mistakes; the kind that prevent us from progressing.  This could happen in a lot of situations; in relationships, personal or spiritual life, work, sports, etc.  Has this ever happened to you?  The real question is who HASN'T this happened to?

2nd chances are an opportunity to right past wrongs.  At some point, some 'entity' decides that we are worthy of a 2nd chance either because we were having an off day, they know we can do better, or they are really patient and forgiving.

To my challenge (which I seem to give a lot of them).

When given a 2nd chance, we shouldn't squander it or treat it like it's our first.  Make the best of it.  It's a gift - receive it.

We should give others a 2nd chance.  Other people desire a chance to do better just like we do.  However there is a caveat - if giving that 2nd chance puts us in danger physically, emotionally, and/or spiritually, we shouldn't do it.  It is better for us and them to move on.

I'm not really sure why this has been on my mind, but here's what I've come up with so far.  I know/understand that I would not be where I am today if not for the many 2nd chances that people give me, everyday.  So thank you!  Thank you for being patient and understanding.