“I'm not good enough. God can't save me. God won't save me. I don't deserve it. I've messed up too many times.” There are so many people who think like this - who believe this. And this widespread, legalistic mindset is debilitating. When you focus on your own shortcomings or try to merit God's favor you leave the door wide open for depression and anxiety. You work hard and do good deeds only to worry that it is not enough. You see God as this angry being Who is just waiting for you to mess up so He can accusingly point His righteous finger at you while proclaiming His disappointment and anger. When you constantly strive to be good enough you will never reach your goal and you will become despondent and miserable.
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What a repulsive idea! Surrender - Such a ridiculous thought! Surrender - How on Earth could that free ya? So I didn't surrender - I fought. |
AuthorKayti grew up in Indianapolis, Indiana. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education from Hobe Sound Bible College in Hobe Sound, Florida, graduating 2013. She taught four years at a private Christian school on the west side of Indianapolis. She also coached a girls volleyball team for two years. She is now a full-time caregiver for her wonderful grandmother, Ruth. Archives
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