10.02.2013

Two Big and Really Important Things

Two Big and Really Important Things that I needed to confront head-on today:

#1) I will let people down. No matter what you think of me, or how much you love me (or don't). I have before, and I will again. Too many times to count.

My temper will be short at a time when you need encouragement.
I will break a promise.
My words will shatter your day.
A decision I make, no matter how much prayer and thought I put into it, will leave you baffled or bewildered.
I will forget about plans I made with you.
My bad day will spill over into your world and dampen it.

Why? '...all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.' [Romans 3:23]. I am included in that 'all'.

A corollary to Big and Really Important Thing #1: People will let me down sometimes. For some or all of the above reasons.

#2) God will not let you down. No matter what you think of Him, or how much you love Him (or don't). He has never, nor will He. His record is impeccable.

He is patient and ready with a loving word. {Psalm 145:8, Zephaniah 3:17}
He never breaks His promises. Not one. {Deuteronomy 7:9, Daniel 9:4}
His Words are meant to help you grow in truth & grace. Sometimes they sting a bit, but it's always for your good. {John 17:17, 2 Peter 3:18, Proverbs 27:6}
His decision will also sometimes leave you baffled and bewildered, but because He is totally trustworthy, you can stand fast on the fact that it's the best decision. {Isaiah 55:8-9}
He never forgets His plans for you. And His plans are perfect. {Jeremiah 29:11, Psalm 139:13-16}
He doesn't ask you to bear the brunt of all of the sorrow He carries. {Matthew 11:28-30}

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There has been an overwhelming sense of relief in remembering those two truths today. The people-pleaser in me cringes at the thought that I have disappointed others so; and sometimes I wallow in bitterness when others let me down; the reality I need to cling to is that I do disappoint, and so do those I love. But God never fails nor forsakes! And that is why it is SO crucial that I place my trust in God alone, and invite others to do the same by the way I live.

When you let me down - know that my job is not to judge or condemn, it's to forgive liberally and point you to Jesus. Don't let fear keep you away from me.
When I let you down - please, please pray that God would move my heart to confess any sin and seek forgiveness. And please, with grace & mercy, let me know. You are not letting me down when you encourage me to be more like Jesus.
And when all the letting down is done, we can rejoice together that God has not let either of us down. Nor will He. Ever.

Rejoicing that God never fails,
even when I do,
for His glory!
~Lisha

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12 comments:

  1. So convicting... but thank you so much for sharing this. (Fellow attempting-to-recover people-pleaser here, too! LOL)

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    1. You're welcome :) I'm thankful it's a blessing to you!

      Thank you for your encouragement!
      ~Lisha :)

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  2. Those two very important lessons for all of us to learn. Have a great weekend!

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    1. Thank you for the encouragement, Wanda! I hope your weekend was a sweet one. I'm so glad you stopped by :)

      ~Lisha :)

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  3. There is such encouragement here. Praise God for His grace!
    Thanks for sharing at Essential Fridays.
    Blessings
    Mel from Essential Thing Devotions

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    1. His grace is astounding!! :)

      Thank you for always sharing encouragement, Mel!
      ~Lisha

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  4. AMEN! I think I should have that stuck on my mirror. I sometimes forget how fallible I am and how infallible God is. Great reminder!

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    1. I am so thankful that He is infallible and trustworthy! I have Joshua 1:9 stuck over my sink as a reminder of His faithfulness in all things. Thank you for visiting and for your encouragement, AJ!

      ~Lisha

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  5. You described me to a "tee"! I am all of those things, including a people-pleaser who constantly feels like I am not good enough or living up to others' expectations of me. Thanks so much for reminding me of God's promise!! I love this!
    I would love to invite you to link up with me on Mondays for "Monday Praises". I love your blog!! Please prayerfully consider! :)
    http://walkhumblywithgod.wordpress.com

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    1. Thank you for the encouragement, and for the invitation - how sweet of you! I plan on linking up for a time of praise on Monday :) See you then!

      ~Lisha

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  6. What a great and encouraging post!!!! Praise God for His love and grace!!! May you have a blessed week!!!

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    1. Thank you, Natasha :) I'm praying that He will remind you of His promises over and over again - He does not fail nor forsake. Praise Him that you can stand firm on His promises :)

      I am so thankful you stopped by - blessings!!
      ~Lisha

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