 The Holy Spirit loves when we do this. Here's a challenge. Do all that you can to live in peace with everyone. One way to keep the peace is to give others the benefit of the doubt. This doesn't mean that we're to be gullible, it just means that we refuse to jump to conclusions. How do you give the benefit of the doubt? Well, you allow people to explain themselves. Consider the difference between an offense and a perceived offense. Consider the words of others in full context. Let them tell you what they meant by what they said instead of their critics. Don't assume bad motives. Try not to take so many things so personal. Consider that someone might be in emotional or physical pain or stressed or confused. Look for opportunities to believe the best about people. Give the benefit of the doubt because...