As I went to church and observed the women around me prayerfully, trying to see them for their spiritual gifts, I found myself more optimistic and happier being at church. I was less concerned with my own shortcomings when I was sincerely trying to see good in others.
What is the difference between faith and a wish? A wish you think about and want to have happen, but FAITH requires more than a desire inside. It requires hope, action, and evidence, as well as assurances along the way.
As we partner with God, this consecrated process can help us become our best selves, that queen that He has seen in us all along!
The widow gave all she had, even though it wasn’t very much. We have a choice too. Do we give all we have, even if we feel a little foolish?
At 20-years old, I had my whole life ahead of me. How I hiked that mountain was not so different than how I approached life. Whatever the task, get it done in as little time as possible, check the box, be done and then on to the next task.
Seriously….When I’m giving myself grace I always choose pleasing myself. When I’m striving for perfection? I always choose pleasing others.