💐 Thank You, Sisters!
A heartfelt thank you to each of you who participated over the past three days in our Loved to Love reflection journey through
Ephesians 1.
Before reading the responses of others, kindly post your responses. Remember, there is no right or wrong answers - it's your transformation.
Whether you’re Phlegmatic, Melancholic, Sanguine, or Choleric—your willingness to pause, reflect, and grow is a beautiful act of obedience and love. 💖
Now that we've completed our reflection questions for the week, it's time to share!
✍️ Please post your three responses
in the comments.
on this page and interact with someone else’s post from your team. If time permits, feel free to visit the other teams’ pages and respond to their answers too.
Please do not wait until Monday to do all your interacting.
Let’s truly practice what Jesus commanded in Mark 12:31: “You shall love your neighbour as yourself.”
Kind, simple responses like I posted in the chat will be fine
—or any heartfelt response you’re led to give—are more powerful than you think.
🙌🏽 Also, if someone comments on your post, take a moment to go back and say thank you. Let’s be intentional in building one another up in love.
⏰ Please try to post your three responses before midnight tonight so everyone has time to read and engage over the weekend.
We are growing together, step by step—becoming women who love well, because we are deeply loved by God.
Let’s finish this week strong, and stay connected in love. 💖
You are, and always will be…
Loved to Love. 🌿🕊️
REMEMBER: Responses only today - No comments as yet. Thanks.
Good Sisters,
ReplyDelete🔴 Choleric Temperament Reflection
1️⃣ How do I handle people who seem indecisive or too slow?
Before: Did I get impatient or take over?
Now: Am I learning to wait with grace and honor their process?
📖 Ephesians 1:11 – "He makes everything work out according to His plan." Before and Now: A Personal Journey in Patience
Before? Whew. If someone seemed indecisive or slow to act, I’d quickly move on. No second thoughts. I’d just do what needed to be done and leave them behind—mentally, emotionally, and practically. I had zero tolerance for what I saw as hesitation. To me, being slow or unsure meant something was “off,” and I didn’t have the patience to stick around and figure it out. Looking back, I know I probably offended many, and for that, I’m truly sorry.
Now? After years in the Word, ministry, and training, I see things differently. I’ve learned that we’re all wired uniquely. Some move quickly. Others take their time. And that’s okay. I now welcome the indecisive and the slow—not as interruptions, but as instruments God is using to stretch me. To teach me. To grow me. Patience is not something I naturally had; it’s something God is cultivating in me through others. More and more, I’m realizing that everything and everyone in my path is part of God’s plan. I don’t have to rush what He’s doing—I just need to embrace it.
I’m reminding myself of this simple truth: Be patient with others. God isn’t finished with them yet. And He’s not finished with me either. And this verse is one I continue to ponder and pray through:
📖 “Since God chose you to be the holy people he loves, you must clothe yourselves with tenderhearted mercy, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience.” — Colossians 3:12 (NLT)
🔴 Choleric Temperament Reflection
2️⃣ How do I speak when I see things going wrong?
📍 Before: Did I correct harshly to control?
📍 Now: Am I learning to speak the truth in love?
📖 “He is so rich in kindness and grace... He forgave our sins.” — Ephesians 1:7 (NLT)
Wow—what a heart-checking question.
Before? Absolutely, I corrected harshly. I thought that by being direct and firm, I could get quick results and solve things right away. But in reality, my tone may have shut people down rather than lifted them up. Looking back, I know some may have felt hurt—and they were right to feel that way. If you were ever on the receiving end of that harshness, I truly apologize. God is changing me.
Now? I’m learning the beauty of speaking truth in love. I’m reminded daily of how gracious God is with me—so patient, so kind, so forgiving. And if He treats me that way, how can I not extend the same grace to others?
It’s so much better to come alongside someone gently, the way our loving Father does. I want to be like Jesus—rich in kindness, full of grace, and quick to forgive.
So today, I’m choosing transformation. I’m choosing love.
Because if I truly love my neighbor as myself, that love must show up in how I speak.
🙏🏽 Thank you, Holy Spirit, for your transforming power at work in me daily.
🔴 Choleric Temperament Reflection
3️⃣ How do I view those who don’t take initiative?
Before: I assumed they were lazy or unmotivated.
Now: I’m learning that God works in all of us differently—and each person has a unique purpose.
📖 Ephesians 1:4 – “God loved us and chose us in Christ to be holy…”
Before, if someone didn’t step up, I saw it as laziness—especially growing up in my household. I’d get annoyed, thinking they were just sitting back while others carried the load. I even used hurtful words to describe them.
Now, by God’s grace, my perspective is changing. I no longer label people as lazy just because they move differently. I’m learning to see them through Christ’s eyes—chosen, loved, and still being shaped by God. We don’t all operate the same, and that’s okay.
Instead of criticizing, I’m choosing to come alongside others with love and encouragement. Life feels lighter and richer when I remember: Christ bridged the gap for all of us.
Thank you Lord!
Good Morning Ladies.
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🟡 Sanguine
1️⃣ How do I respond when others seem too serious or uninterested in connecting?
Before: Did I take it personally or try harder to get attention?
Now: Am I learning to value quiet relationships without needing to entertain?
📖 Ephesians 1:4 – "God loved us and chose us... to be holy and without fault in His eyes."
Before:
When someone seemed too serious or didn’t show interest in connecting, I would usually avoid them altogether. I didn’t want to deal with the feeling of being dismissed. Occasionally, I might ask, “Are you okay?”—but more often than not, I just stayed away to protect myself.
Now:
I’m learning that not everyone connects the same way, and that’s okay. In the past, I was always eager to visit friends, constantly on the go and craving connection. But now, I’ve grown to appreciate solitude. I actually enjoy being home alone. I’m learning to value quiet relationships that don’t need constant interaction or entertainment. There is beauty in stillness, and I’m beginning to find peace there.
🟡 Sanguine
2️⃣ How do I deal with correction or disapproval?
Before: Did I get defensive or lose confidence?
Now: Am I learning to receive truth with grace?
📖 Ephesians 1:6 – "We praise God for the glorious grace He has poured out on us..."
Before:
When someone corrected me, I would often avoid them afterward. One way to describe my reaction is that of a porcupine—I’d put up a defense to protect myself. I definitely became defensive, and at times, I would lose confidence. Deep down, it wasn’t just about the correction; it was about feeling exposed or not good enough.
Now:
Today, while I don’t receive correction often from others, when I do, I recognize that old tendency trying to rise up—the urge to defend or retreat. But I’m learning to pause and receive truth with grace. Even when it stings, I know that correction, when given in love, can be a gift. I'm embracing it more than I ever have.
🟡 Sanguine
3️⃣ How do I view people who are more reserved or structured?
Before: Did I find them boring or feel rejected?
Now: Am I learning to connect beyond surface joy and appreciate their depth?
📖 Ephesians 1:13 – "When you believed in Christ, He identified you as His own..."
Before:
When I encountered people who were more reserved than me, I didn’t necessarily find them boring—but I often felt intimidated. It wasn’t about them lacking joy; it was more that I struggled to measure up to their calm, collected demeanor.
Now:
As a Sanguine, I know that one of my weaknesses is letting my emotions lead the way. I can get easily excited and expect others to respond with the same energy. But I'm learning to slow down. I’m beginning to appreciate that not everyone expresses themselves the way I do—and that’s not a bad thing. In fact, it’s beautiful. My heart truly longs to go beyond surface-level connection. I want to value the richness and depth others carry, even if it’s expressed quietly.
Have A wonderful day
Good morning Sister,
ReplyDelete🔴 Choleric Questions
1️⃣ Wednesday
How do I handle people who seem indecisive or too slow for my pace?
Before:
I had little to no patience with people who were indecisive. I would often leave them alone until they figured things out for themselves. At times, I even take over and do the task myself without consulting them. I didn’t see the point in “babysitting” anyone—I just wanted to get things done.
Now:
I’m not quite there yet, but I’m learning. My goal is to accept others as they are. I recognize that growth takes time, and I’m willing to do the work it takes to honor people for who they are, with patience and grace. It’s a long road, but I believe change is possible.
🔴 Choleric Questions
2️⃣ Thursday
How do I speak when I see things going wrong?
Before:
What you wrote in the prompt really opened my eyes—I realize now that I have often used correction as a means to control, shame, or harshly criticize the people in my life. This reflection is exposing something deep: the true condition of my heart.
Now:
Going forward, my desire is to speak truth with love, calmness, and humility—especially to those I care about. I want my words to bring restoration, not harm. I know this shift won’t happen overnight, but I’m ready to walk this path with God’s help.
🔴 Choleric Questions
3️⃣ Friday
How do I view those who don’t seem to take initiative?
Before:
When I see people not taking initiative, it really frustrates me. I want things done—my way and at my pace. I often interpret their slowness or hesitation as laziness or a lack of seriousness. This is an area where I desperately need God’s help.
Now:
Little by little, I’m beginning to understand that not everyone operates the way I do. People are wired differently, and God works through each person in unique ways. I’m learning to appreciate others’ pace and process, and I’m choosing to grow in grace and acceptance.
Have a nice day
Phlegmatic Question
ReplyDelete1 Wednesday
How do I respond when other are intense or confrontational
Before I will avoid the situation and move on
Now I am learning to listen to the situation before engaging
Phlegmatic Questions
2 Thursday
How Do I view highly emotional or expressive people
Before I focus on their outward display on their face
Now I am learning to respect each other in a unique way when they express their emotions
Phlegmatic Questions
3 Friday
How Do I see my role in relationships
Before I think we need to understand each other more
Now god gives me the strength to be honest to each
other and avoid conflict and discuss everything about each other
behavior with out placing judgement
Blessed day everyone
Melancholic
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Loved To Love
Day 1: Responding to others
Melancholic
How do I handle people who don't seem emotionally deep or serious?
Before, the indifference made it easy to pull away and not wanting to deal with the individual that is involved. That deemed, not talking to.
Now, years have shown me that we are different. It is the way God has created us. With that I am learning by Grace to relate to others with the Love that Christ has shown me. He showered me with such great Love, that makes it easier to show others Love.
Ephesians 1 5 "God decided in advance to adopt us..and it gave Him great pleasure. "
Day 2: Receiving and Extending Grace.
How I handle Grace both Receiving it and giving it
Correction did not come across as gracious to me. Therefore, I did not see it as Grace. However , with understanding it made the difference
Before I was critical of others, thinking that they would meet my expectations. That left me frustrated.
Now, I know it is not possible for anyone to meet all of my expectations just as I am not able to meet theirs. That gave me the greatest relief.
However Christ Grace me and I also can Grace others.
Ephesians 1:7" He purchased our freedom...and forgave our sins."
Day 3: Seeing ourselves Clearly.
How do I view my worth in comparison to others?
We all bring and have something different. Acknowledging that is liberating
In my early years , I focused on my flaws even to the point of thinking that they defined me?
Now I am learning to rest in my God--given identity and stop striving to prove myself.
Yes. Years have given me the ability to accept and thank God for the way He made me. He has uniquely created me and I fully surrender to allow His transformation in me.
Ephesians 1:13 -" He identified you as His own by giving you the Holy Spirit.
It's a pleasure to be on this journey.
Blessings
Phlegmatic Question
ReplyDeleteWednesday day 1
How do I respond when others are intense or confrontational
Before I would get into it with them.
Now I understand their temperament, so I would just listen and not act up.
Thursday day 2
How do I view highly emotional or expressive people?
Understand that is part of their personality and I am trying to connect and not judge.
How do I see my role in relationships.
As a communicator
Help in decision making
Give emotional support
Be practical
Blessings