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Ten Habits of Charismatic People

9/25/2012

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I came across an article called "Ten Habits of Charismatic People" by Jeff Haden.  As I read it I thought, "This could relate to something in the Bible."  Like "love your neighbor as you love yourself."  His top ten seems almost trivial.  I mean, these are things we should do to care for our neighbor.  But amidst all our ego-centrism, these simple suggestions are very practical. 

Take number three for instance:  "3. They put their stuff away.  Don't check your phone. Don't glance at your monitor. Don't focus on anything else, even for a moment.  You can never connect with others if you're busy connecting with your stuff, too.  Give the gift of your full attention. That's a gift few people give. That gift alone will make others want to be around you and remember you."

A simple thing like putting the phone away for a conversation helps us live out the great commandment with greater devotion.  How can I truly care for you when I'm distracted?  When I pay more attention to my vibrating phone than to you? 

So are these really "Ten Habits of Charismatic People?"  Or is just being a good neighbor, and faithful Christian.  Then call us "charismatic." 


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