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What if I'm not good enough?
Answer:
The question of feeling not good enough. I've seen it in my congregation, in my own family, and even in myself. As a pastor, I've counseled many people who feel like they're not measuring up, like they're not good enough. And I've struggled with it myself, especially when I'm not playing chess as well as I'd like or when my Cubs aren't doing well. But the truth is, being good enough is not about achieving some kind of perfection. It's about recognizing that we're all flawed and that it's okay to make mistakes. As I read through the scriptures, I'm reminded that God's standard for us is not about our performance, but about our heart. He looks at our intentions, our motivations, and our willingness to surrender to Him. It's not about being good enough; it's about being willing to be broken and surrendered to God's will. And when we're in that place, we can face our failures and weaknesses with courage and humility, knowing that God is with us and that He can use us despite our imperfections. I think about my own son, Joshua, who's struggling in school. He's a good kid, but he's not getting the grades he wants. And I think about my daughter, Rebecca, who's going through a tough time with her friends. They're not good enough, they feel like they're not good enough. But as a parent, I want to remind them that it's not about being good enough; it's about being loved and accepted just as they are. And that's what God wants for us too - to be loved and accepted, not because we're good enough, but because we're His children.
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