I have been studying the conference talk by Brad Wilcox called "Worthiness is Not Flawlessness". I have found that when I write down my thoughts, I refine what I'm thinking and it gives me a chance to ponder a little more. Taking it to the next step, creating word art from my favorite quotes also allows me to ponder them a little bit more. So today you get my rambling thoughts.
As a mom, I see each of my kids frequently pull away from any attempts to correct them, even when done with love. They tend to see it as a criticism instead of my intent to help lift them to a higher plane in their physical, mental, social, and spiritual journeys. I want them to learn from my experiences and knowledge, despite my imperfections.
Frequently in the scriptures, I see the Lord trying to teach the things that will lift me, but it is sometimes hard to see that He isn't trying to punish, threaten, or criticize me at all. He truly loves me completely just as I am. But He also sees my great potential to become so much more and wants to help me reach that potential.
When I humble myself and reach to Him for help, He helps me know the next right step, even when my best attempts at life are not as good as I want them to be. He doesn't wait for me to be perfect to help me, and I'm so grateful for His grace, mercy, and love.
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