like most women i know, i am hard on myself. little mistakes play in my mind over & over, thinking about what i should've done differently. so on a day i was disappointed in myself for an unkind spoken word, these words by shauna niequist in cold tangerines were very appreciated & timely:
in my best moments, when i calm down & listen closely, God says,
"I didn't ask you to become new & improved today.
that wasn't the goal.
you were broken down & strange yesterday, & you still are today,
& the only one freaked out about it is you."
i think it is important to point out i do believe God calls us to better ourselves, to become the best version of ourselves. but some days maybe, just maybe, doing your best, not your better, is enough.
for a timely & encouraging word, i am thankful.
i hope you can think of something today for which you are thankful.
love love,
kjp.
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