Unintentional Hurts, Unexpected Grace

I was at EDSA-Kamuning this afternoon waiting for a bus on my way back home. Trying to catch for a ride, a man in front of me accidently hit my left chest by his elbow. It definitely was upsetting. I would have the option to scold the man, but I didn’t say a word. On board, due to rush hour the bus is fully occupied, and I was one of the standing passengers. Unfortunately, I unintentionally hit the woman’s head by my elbow. I apologize right away. This woman like me would have the right to scold me but she just kept quiet. I was hoping she’s also a Christian. I realized how this unintentional hurt can be turned into unexpected grace. Thinking through what happened; it came to my mind Jesus’ command “Love your neighbor as yourself”. If I may re-phrase it, it may be stated this way: If somebody could hurt me, I could also hurt anybody. Seeing “myself” first changes the I way see others. If God’s been gracious to me, why can’t I be to others?