Struggling Perfectionists

And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ. -Philippians 1:6 ESV

Oh boy, the last few days have been a struggle. Responding well when things aren't going my way isn't my strong suit. 🤦‍♀️ I struggle with perfectionism and setting unrealistic standards for myself and others. I have been trying to keep the same pace of life that we normally run even though Pat has been traveling. Saying to myself "I've got this. It's only another week. I can do it!" I have been trying to do this all in my own strength.

While we were out with friends today I was graciously reminded, by my sweet friends, that maybe I should slow down. Take a breather. Rest. Refocus. I am so thankful for a community of friends who don't judge. They choose to encourage.

So...that's what I did. I cam home. Dug into my Bible and was smacked in the face with the following verses.

I cry out to God Most High, to God who fulfills his purpose for me. -Psalms 57:2 ESV

The Lord will fulfill his purpose for me; your steadfast love, O Lord , endures forever. Do not forsake the work of your hands. -Psalms 138:8 ESV

As I continued in my reading I was reminded of the life I am to be living. That I need to rest in the perfect work of Jesus Christ and what He has already accomplished.

so as to walk in a manner worthy of the Lord, fully pleasing to him: bearing fruit in every good work and increasing in the knowledge of God; -Colossians 1:10 ESV

I need to be focused on and what I should be striving for. Growning in Christ and living for the Lord. Remembering that when my plans are disrupted, it's likely that I need to take a step back and ask questions. How should I be responding? What am I wanting? What can I do to honor God right now? This seems SO simple as I am typing it out. In the "heat" of the moment I sometimes forget and that's when things start to go astray.

So, today I am praising God for His faithfulness to guide us to truth. That he reveals Himself to us through His Word. Also, how He has placed me among women who build eachother up, bear each others burdens, and encourage eachother to lean into the Lord.

Do you struggle with perfectionism?

How can I be encouragement to you?