Quote Contemplations 

 

“Life doesn't require that we be the best, only that we try our best.” ―  H. Jackson Brown Jr. *

 

            This is an easy quote to equate to Godly things. I see nowhere in scripture where God demands perfection from His children. Not prior to conversion and certainly not after. A true follower of Christ will almost automatically seek perfection knowing full well they will never achieve it this side of heaven. However, keeping our focus on God’s statutes and continuously striving to behave like Jesus each day will begin to mold us into all that we can be in Christ.

            It actually isn’t healthy to push for perfection to the extreme. It results in stress and pressure. A person can develop OCD**, which can drive a person slowly insane. Be nice to yourself. Feed yourself God’s Word regularly and allow it to fill you with peace, a spirit of calmness, and spiritual knowledge. 

            Another way to board the crazy train is to compare yourself to others. We are created as individuals by a loving God. We are to love, encourage, and emotionally build-up those around us, not compete with them.           

            There is a certain level of enjoyment that comes from self-improvement, and spiritual growth. If you’re constantly pressing to be the absolute best you miss the enjoyment of learning. Regardless of your daily performance, God will never love you any more or any less than He already does. You are loved by Him just the way you are. 

            Once saved we get the opportunity to savor the journey taken and the effort put forth.

Do your absolute best at all times and that will be just fine with your Creator. He knows we are but dust and to dust we shall return.

            Until next time, “preach the gospel at all times & if necessary, use words.” (St. Francis of Assisi)

In His Name & for His Glory,

RL Keller

Bread of Life Ministries

* Horace Jackson Brown Jr. (March 14, 1940 – November 30, 2021) was an American author who was best known for his inspirational book, Life's Little Instruction Book, which was a New York Times Best Seller (1991–1994).

** Obsessive Compulsive Disorder – a mental disorder where everything you do HAS to be a certain way and be perfect.