Do you ever feel this way? We try our best but it just doesn't seem good enough. I've felt this way when recovering from sickness and my patience is at a low point. You just have to tell yourself that you're doing all you can and that's good enough. Trust in God's timing is good enough to get us thru all our trials.
Some people tell this quote to God because they are relying on their works and efforts to be 'good' in order to be saved. 'No one is good, no not one.' No matter how hard you try, you will not be saved thru money, charitable works or your rationalizing ideas. "For by GRACE you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God..." Eph. 2:8-9.
What you should be trying really hard at is surrendering your will to His. Faith in Jesus' life, death and resurrection is the only good enough reason to get you into heaven.
Good post. I feel like this most of the time right now. I'm trying...I'm doing all I can do. Most days it doesn't seem like enough, but it's the best I got. Thanks for encouraging me, as always!
ReplyDeleteWe all fall short! We can never be GOOD enough. Your last paragraph says it all. That doesn't mean we shouldn't do our best to glorify God in all areas, but He knows we are not perfect and will never be. We are all a work in progress and He will continue to perfect us until He calls us home. So very thankful I do not have to rely on my own ability to do it all right....I have God to direct my paths! Thank you, Jesus....love you, T.
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