What Does Your Dirt and Grime Look Like?

"But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made in weakness.”Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me." 2 Corinthians 12:9

I keep thinking about this scripture. Why do we hide our weaknesses? We cover up the trials we are facing and we conceal the sin that seeps into our lives. What good is there in that? As Christians we will have trials. No where in the bible does it say we are exempt. 

We don't glorify God by appearing to live perfect lives. We glorify God by walking with Him through the difficult times. <--tweet this! 

It is not by our might, but the Lord's. If we can all just admit that and stand in the truth that it is God who gives us the strength and wisdom we need. 

One Sunday my pastor said, "Being a Christian doesn't mean you are perfect." Whoa! What a relief! I believe we actually do know this deep within, but we ignore that fact. It is our human tendencies to want to do things our way and in our own strength. It is always nice to have that reality check because how often we forget. 

Is is hard to be "real". It is hard to let others see past the shiny and clean exterior and let them see the dirt and grime. Maybe its time we get off our non-existent soap boxes and look at ourselves the way God sees us. We are all His children. We are to be humble and not think we are any better than another. Our purpose is to serve, to walk in His will and to love others as He loves us. 

I want to be more real. I want people to see my dirt and grime so they can see how God walks with me every day. I want to reveal my weaknesses, to be a vessel for God so His name may be glorified. I want to be the light that God intended me to be. 

By being real we encourage others and we have a better chance of leading them to Christ. We need to be honest and let them see what we have endured and it is with the trust and strength of God we were able to persevere with our hope and faith in Him. 

We should not mislead others into thinking that being a Christian their life will be without pain and difficult times. What a disservice. Let's tell the truth. If we don't then when those times do come they will get discouraged.  They won't know how to turn to God. We need to lead by example. Show them how to press into God in good times and in bad. 

So, are you with me? Will you accept God's grace, gladly boast about your weaknesses and let His power rest on you? Let us live our lives with that purpose. All honor and glory to our Lord Jesus Christ!


Have a blessed day!


Today's post is linked to:

        State of the Heart