There're people who almost never see the good in others. They're known to always dwell on the shortcomings they perceive in other people. Even when others make good remarks about someone, they would most likely have something negative to add to it. For instance, if someone is complimented for her dressing, a negative-thinking person would possibly say, “Yes, her dress is beautiful, but she's overweight.” They would rather dwell on what they perceive as deficient in others than pay simple compliments even when deserved. That's a wrong way to live!
Such behaviours are signs of frustration. Anybody who act in this manner must come to the realization that such negative attitudes exhibited can only entrench them deeper in the mud of misery. Frustrated people can't see the good in others, especially because they can't see the good in themselves; and so, they often criticize and pick on other people.
However, our theme verse counsels us to “See the good in others.” This is so important because observing and appreciating the good in others isn't about making them happy. Rather, it's about building a strong and positive character as you allow the outflow of good things from within you. It's about becoming the joyful, successful and prosperous young man or woman that God already planned for you to be.
