The funny thing is, when you think of these words it forces you to wonder, if asked, what would people describe you as now? Some descriptions are probably not so sugar-coated.
As far as negatively, I think people would describe me as:
late. busy. judgmental. lost. selfish. hypocritical. closed-minded. idealistic.
That is probably just the start of what people would say if asked. While those things are all true in their own respects, that doesn't describe Jesus.
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Here are some words I would love to embody. Some I work on, some I don't. Some need major attention. Some come naturally. Some may seem to contradict, but I think there is a healthy balance somewhere in the inbetween.
self-controlled. patient. inwardly beautiful. joyful. smiley. respectful daughter. forgiving friend. loving sister. faithful. bold. peaceful. loving without expectations. fun. gentle. spontaneous. disciplined. smart. witty. winsome. servant. sacrificial. authentic. compassionate. forgiving. honest. courageous. quiet leader. fair. unbiased. open to ideas,
really... i just want to imitate jesus. day in and day out. i want people to see the light of Christ that shines on me totally naturally. i want to be so transformed by Him, that my life is a pure reflection of his perfect character. (yes, I realize I can't be perfect... but I can strive for perfection!).
At one of my 4783083 funerals I went to this past year, a guy got up and described the man who died as the best sinner you will ever meet. What a beautiful way to be known.
Have you ever thought about this? How would you want to have people describe you? How do you think people describe you now?
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