Don’t Assume
James 1:19-20 Amplified Bible
Understand , my beloved brethren. Let every man be quick to hear , slow to
speak, slow to take offense and to get angry. For man’s anger does not
promote the righteousness God .
If we were all quick to intently listen to others, and slow to give our
opinions or judgments, we would have fewer misunderstandings and less
relational problems.
We can all benefit from learning and working at better communication
skills. It’s easy to have communication problems. We know what we mean, but
are we communicating in a way that others know what we mean?
Never assume that someone knows what you’re thinking or knows what you
mean. Never assume that you know what someone is thinking or what they are
saying. Assuming is one of the biggest communication problems. Avoid it!
Father, help me to be a better communicator. Help me not to assume. In
Jesus’ name. Amen.