Love Is Like...

Dr. Grant Martin has written a book titled, "The Hyper Active Child" which has undoubtedly helped many parents with children who suffer from ADHD or ADD. His advice is practical and wise. One of my favorite parts of this book is on page 121 which features a sobering questionaire, "How Do I Offer the Gift of Love?" It is based on 1 Corinthians 13:4-7 and helps guide the reader gently through a self-inventory. Dr. Grant says, "Considering the scriptural definition of agape love, rank yourself on a scale of 1-10 (1=very weak, 10=very strong) Circle one number for each description.

Love is patient:

I am slow to get angry with the ones I love. I do not yell or lose my temper. I can hang in there, no matter what happens

Love is Kind:

I am thoughtful, generous in my praise, always looking for ways to uplift others.

Love Does not envy:

I am not jealous of the successes of others. I don't pout or pick flaws.

Love Doesn't Boast:

I don't hog the conversation, or exaggerate the facts to make an impression.

Love isn't conceited:

I don't harbor an inflated view of my importance. I don't twist the conversation to draw attention to myself.

Love isn't rude:

I am not cruel, crude, or cutting but am polite, courteous, and complimentary.

Love isn't selfish:

I am not self-centered, making others fit into my mold, or setting expectations on others for my own interests. I am not possessive of others, nor do I insist on my own way.

Love isn't easily angered:

I am not grouchy, cranky, defensive, brittle, or supersensitive.

Love keeps no records of wrongs:

I am able to forgive, I don't have to seek revenge, retaliate or defend myself when hurt.

Love doesn't gloat over the sins of others:

I don't rejoice when others are proven wrong.I don't take pleasure in reminding others of their faults by saying, "I told you so."

Love rejoices in truth:

I'm glad when right and justice prevail, no matter who gets the credit. I am strong in my own convictions but leave room for my own error, I am happy when others succeed.