blew it

August 5, 2004

Well, it’s not even 10:00 am and I’ve already blown it twice with the ones I love most. I had an argument with my daughter after which I felt positively horrible–she’s only four and we were fighting about what she would wear today–not exactly the most important issue in life. Just as I recovered from my elevated blood pressure, I went at it with my husband over an equally insignificant issue. I think the thing I was most frustrated about is that I woke up extra early this morning, felt good and was certain I was going to make it a grrrreat day!

I’m quick to take matters in my own hands but I’m reminded that I need to surrender each day to the Lord. Feeling like I’m “in control” (as I did when I woke up this morning) is not really being in control at all. For me, being “in control” usually translates into needing things to go a certain way or work out just so. And I’m sure we all know how well that goes!

I’m just glad God is all about redemption (Romans 8:28), grace (2 Corinthians 12:9-10) and forgiveness (Psalm 103:11-13).

Now that my apologies are made and I’m re-centered (on Christ that is, not me), I’m starting fresh…again.

Category: Love

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