What did I do that
for? Why can’t I be normal? I’m acting stupid again! I shouldn’t have said that. No one else does
anything that ridiculous!
Those are some of the self-condemning thoughts I often have.
Those deeply ingrained beliefs are not as prevalent anymore, but when I least
expect it, here they are again. I used to think it was okay to put myself down.
Isn’t that is what humility is? NO. I found out that is so wrong. Humility means I
have the grace to see myself as God sees me without getting pugged up with
pride. God says I am loved, I am strong, I am courageous, and he even says I am
wise sometimes. It is good for me to believe Him and listen to His reasoning.
He made me to be a hard worker. He made me to be someone who appreciates
wisdom. He made me to be like this – to seek after changes that promote growth
and healing. I can thank Him for all that he does in my life, but I can also
acknowledge that I am a valuable part of His family. I am good because He is good, and I am loved
because He is love.
I think I will re-state those negative thoughts I said
earlier and turn them into affirmations.
I did that weird thing
and God still loves me. I am unique and
God appreciates who I am. I am so glad You forgave me God. Please do so again. God, is it okay that
I said that? What do you want me to say?
No one else is like me and I am who I am through the grace of God.
Amen.
