"Perfect imperfection"
The other day I saw a Facebook status that used these words. They were talking about a piece of wood, but they resonated within my spirit. As I reflected on this phrase, I felt like God was speaking to my heart, using these words to describe me.
Now, before you start jumping to conclusions, NO, I'm not saying I'm perfect. :) But, let me explain...
I felt like God was saying that, as a human on this Earth, I will always be imperfect. I have, and will, mess up often. Only Jesus could attain perfection while walking the Earth because He is the Son of God and fully man at the same time. But, what I felt God saying was to be as perfect in my imperfection as I can be. I need to be diligent at keeping in step with Him...at seeking His face, so that I reflect Him more...at continuing to look at others through His eyes...at loving those around me, even if I really don't like them...at opening myself up to His leading and correction in my life...and to be attentive to His Spirit.
That may sound a lot like striving to you, but not to me. I know that I can't even come close to being perfect (even in my imperfection) without the power and strength of the Holy Spirit working in me. I need to rely on Him. Otherwise, it will be hollow...shallow...self-serving...and a whole lot of other negative things.
I'm not saying it's a piece of cake. And I'm not even saying I will always enjoy it. But what I am saying is that it is worth it. It is worth losing my pride and self-righteousness to become more like Him. What a goal to live for!
The other day I saw a Facebook status that used these words. They were talking about a piece of wood, but they resonated within my spirit. As I reflected on this phrase, I felt like God was speaking to my heart, using these words to describe me.
Now, before you start jumping to conclusions, NO, I'm not saying I'm perfect. :) But, let me explain...
I felt like God was saying that, as a human on this Earth, I will always be imperfect. I have, and will, mess up often. Only Jesus could attain perfection while walking the Earth because He is the Son of God and fully man at the same time. But, what I felt God saying was to be as perfect in my imperfection as I can be. I need to be diligent at keeping in step with Him...at seeking His face, so that I reflect Him more...at continuing to look at others through His eyes...at loving those around me, even if I really don't like them...at opening myself up to His leading and correction in my life...and to be attentive to His Spirit.
That may sound a lot like striving to you, but not to me. I know that I can't even come close to being perfect (even in my imperfection) without the power and strength of the Holy Spirit working in me. I need to rely on Him. Otherwise, it will be hollow...shallow...self-serving...and a whole lot of other negative things.
I'm not saying it's a piece of cake. And I'm not even saying I will always enjoy it. But what I am saying is that it is worth it. It is worth losing my pride and self-righteousness to become more like Him. What a goal to live for!
Love reading your thoughts, friend!
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