Why is it that we are so desperate for things to stay the same? We hang on to predictability for dear life and resist the evolution of time, technology, intelligence, and our hearts. "Somethings never change" we say cynically, but really, life is dynamic and ever changing.
We yearn to change others, however, which is quite ironic. We are frustrated because we want things to stay the same, yet we want people to change. Curious. God created the world in which we live to proceed and grow. He created us with temperaments and personalities and talents and flaws. Each of us unique in our special way.
God expects us to change ourselves for the better over time. He never asks us to change anyone else, just be there for them when they are ready to make them. We chafe when someone wishes to change us, and we feel rejected because they can't seem to love us just the way we are.
Embracing change in life is showing honor to the One who created it. Accepting people for how they are today shows maturity and patience. Loving some one's imperfectness and accepting them as they are is relationship success!
Dear Lord, I am fearful of the changes that are happening in my life. Please help me to accept what I cannot control. Help me to understand that everything is for the betterment of my life. Teach me how to accept others just as they are. Teach me to love them the way You do. Jesus was the only perfect person, He accepted His fate, and embraced the changes that lit up the world! AMEN
Matthew 3:8
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