A topic that has really "reached out and grabbed me" lately, holding the door for people! My Mom and Dad have taught us since we were little to hold the door for people. Not because whoever we're holding the door for is an invalid, or not cabapble of doing it themselves. But because-at least in my house-its a sign of respect. That you respect these people enough not to let the door slam in their face!
I know I've read alot about women getting mad at men for holding the door, but I honestly don't know why! I think its absolutley ridiculous! As if by letting someone hold the door for them, their giveing back their right to vote or something!
I have an awesome story of how you can influence others- in this case to hold the door.
On the way out the door of the bank, my younger brother held the door for us-and a little boy. I could see all over the little boys face he was thinking "Oh, holding the door is what big boys do!" Upon looking at my brother, he promptly held the next door for all of us! It was so sweet and cute! And only goes to show that you can influence others for good, just by holding the door!
I don't believe that guys should be the only ones holding the door either, my personal practise is to hold the door for whomever is behind you (guy or girl).
And if someone holds the door for you, BE SURE TO SAY THANK YOU! A thank you can go a long way!
Hebrews 13:1-2 Let brotherly love continue. Do not forget to entertain strangers, for by so doing some have unwittingly entertained angels.
Let me ask you a question. How would you feel if you knew that you'd slammed the door in an angels face? How would you feel if you knew you'd held the door for an
angel?! Personally, I'll stick with number two! LOL! : )
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Perhaps you have a different view on this, if so I would love to hear it. I won't ridcule you for having a different opinion! But if you do have a different opinion, please state your reasoning.