Soundtrack: "Who Am I" by Casting Crowns
When am I most tempted to "steal the hearts of Salina?"
Disclaimer: True honesty shared below.
To be honest, (oh get ready) this is more of a constant temptation for me. I battle this temptation to find favor in the eyes of PEOPLE all the time, and I am probably much more consumed with doing that than finding favor in the eyes of God. Behind my temptation? Oh, there lies a deep need (or the illusion of one) for reassurance and confidence as part of this world; instead of holding tightly to the security and confidence Christ provides freely. I do, however, try to be a true friend and not a "friend-winner", and I believe I have many genuine relationships...but I know my concerns and desires for favor are many times not grounded in WHO I AM in Christ. These kind of feelings are exactly what lead to prideful talk or putting others down. This is not God's intention for any of us.
God, continue to tear away my walls of insecurity so I may walk confidently and live transparently for you.
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About Me
- Betsy
- A recovering people-pleasing achiever, I am rediscovering God's grace and clinging to the slow, quiet moments in His love.
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