We have become experts at presenting ourselves to the world in a way that's flattering. We either show people around us our 'good side' only or we display falseness that we believe will cause them to accept us and love us. Truthfully, this image is void of the reality of who we really are and this great deception creates a series of reactions from others that are all built on a lie.
While it is good for us to express our wonderful characteristics and finer qualities, I think it would serve better if we would just be ourselves a bit more. Personally, I've found it too laborious 'puttin on aires' for others. We need to get over the fact that no matter what we do, try as we may, we will NEVER win the approval of EVERYONE!
David declared in Psalms 139:14, " I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made;
your works are wonderful, I know that full well."
The amazing thing is that we are all incomplete as we strive to be who we want to be. We all have inabilities, inconsistencies, failures, and flaws. But, we have been wonderfully made by God who loves and accepts us just as we are; broken, wounded, and ragged. Despite are real selves, ALL of His works are wonderful... including you!
So as you live your life before others, don't forget to fill in the gaps so they see the full picture of who you are. I have a feeling they will like what they see!
Be Blessed!
Monday, February 20, 2012
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