I’m so guilty of this every day. It’s something that I have to check myself so often as I fall into the comparison trap of the world. I can’t help but be human about all of this. I fall short of the view that I see in the world. So many glitz and glamor! The highlight reel of reality and social media life. How easily is it to fall into this trap?
Can anyone relate? Is it just me? Through all the apps, programs, classes, how to videos, etc.. that promises a life filled with fulfillment if you do xyz. Yet somehow I still make excuses as to the “why” I didn’t do this or that. Does this resonate with you? The start of a new year means all the commercials or ads of how to conquer this year with a brand new trendy diet that promises me to look thinner. Yes, I fall into the trap of the comparison trap by saying.. “yes”to the new diets or programs that ensure me that I will look FABULOUS this year. Yet somehow as the beginning of the year goes from one month to the next, things fall on my plate that shift my focus. From serving myself in better health in January to the end of January with excuses after excuses as to why I couldn’t get on that treadmill or get out for a run. The dialogue in my mind looks somewhat like the image in this photo. What does this image remind you of? I’m hopeful to achieve my goal of losing weight or obtaining the next step of life.
When doubts and excuses creep into my mind, friends, I fall more and more into the truth of God’s words because that’s where I find peace and joy. I’m reminded of several scriptures that remind me of God’s faithfulness for my life. He has the best interest in my past, present, and future. Let these words fall into your mind as you look to today and tomorrow.
“Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.” ~Romans 12:2 ~
This scripture really helped guided me in my journey of making excuses to why I can’t do this or that.. this scripture taught me that I can shift my mind to the one true hope to renew my mind so that I don’t fall into the comparison trap and continue the downward spiral of a rabbit hole of life.
“I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Wonderful are your works; my soul knows it very well.” ~Psalm 139: 1~
Oh how I need this verse in my life every day! I have all the feels of gratitude when I read this verse. It brings me peace knowing that our heavenly Father has formed you and created you for a purpose. You are FEARFULLY and WONDERFULLY MADE! You are a PRECIOUS GEM!
“Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing.” ~James 1: 2–4~
Yes, this scripture is hard to swallow but a necessary step for me to take in as I know that the journey with Christ is not suppose to be easy. The trials and set backs are all part of the plan to help me appreciate and see how invested God is in my life. He’s invested in your life as well friends!
“I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have tribulation. But take heart, I have overcome the world.” ~John 16:33~
YES! This very scripture is the assurance I need to remind me that the things I see in this world are beautiful but God is here to give us peace and harmony as we walk through life.
The excuses of life is the narrative of how I allowed my past to impact my current situation yet these thoughts don’t serve me well. So I’m asking you what excuses are you telling yourself? Do the excuses serve you well?
