Big idea: We don’t have “a few blind spots.” We have tiny sight spots, and we’re mostly blind to the bigger picture. Humility widens the lens; pride narrows it.
Quick summary:Sam shares how the 18-year-old confidence of “seeing it all” gave way to a wiser truth: we react to a sliver of reality. Understanding the difference between blind spots and sight spots changes how we see God, others, and ourselves—and helps us respond with faith, patience, and curiosity.
Top takeaways
Sight spots vs. blind spots: We see a narrow slice, not the whole scene. Act accordingly (with humility, not certainty).
Data reality: Your eyes process ~10M bits/sec, but your conscious mind perceives only 40–50 bits. You’re reacting to a fraction.
Faith over sight: Because our view is limited, we walk by faith, not by sight (2 Cor. 5:7).
Multiply perspective: Truly listening to others’ 40–50 bits expands your understanding—without needing to agree on everything.
Practice the pause: Before judging, posting, or reacting, pause to ask, “What might I be missing?”
Scriptures
2 Corinthians 5:7 — “We walk by faith, not by sight.”
Proverbs 3:5–6 — “Lean not on your own understanding…”
Quote to remember
“Seeing the whole world is easy when your whole world revolves around you.” — Coach Sam
Try this week
Pause: Before reacting, ask: What don’t I see yet?
Perspective: Seek 1–2 other viewpoints (spouse, friend, teammate) before deciding.
Pray: “Lord, widen my lens. Help me walk by faith, not just by what I see.”