Mission: People Who Wait, part 2

I find it sadly humorous that the people we have the hardest time being patient with are those class of hard-working people known as waiters and waitresses. Their very titles indicate that they are to “wait” on us, to be patient, conscientious, and hospitable. And, we take them up on that. Or, rather, we test them. “My food is cold. My chips are stale. My potatoes are too salty. I should get this meal free. I am definitely not leaving a tip.”

I have something to say here that may be a little controversial: the forgiveness and patience that Christ calls on us to extend even to our enemies must also extend to the waitstaff at the local restaurant.

I could also go on about Paul’s command that we “do everything without grumbling or questioning,” (Philippians 2:14) but I make it a point to only step on one toe at a time.