I will not allow my foolish expectations of others to disappoint me and cause me offense. I will not construct carnal walls to safeguard my heart from hurt. I will live with an open heart and will not become imprisoned by my own walls of conditional expectations. I refuse to fall into the trap of protecting my own rights to avoid being taken advantage of by another believer. I will follow the admonition of Jesus to love my enemies, bless those who curse me, do good to those who
