Flawless

Hello everyone!

So, in my women's Bible study group, we have been learning about how God sees us through the eyes of mercy and grace, and what the word flawless really means as applied to our lives.

We've taken a break for the summer, and our "homework," so to speak, is to catch ourselves picking ourselves apart and focusing on our flaws and take those thoughts captive with God's Word and remind ourselves that we are flawless instead.

It's quite the challenge, I'll admit. I'm studying Japanese, and even kanji seems easier at this point. But I know that doing it every day will make it a habit and that will improve my thinking, and overall, my character.

So today, I want to challenge all of you. God doesn't see your past or your mistakes. When you accepted Him into your life and asked forgiveness, He gave it. Freely and without reservation. And now He sees you through the eyes of mercy. To Him, you are flawless.

He doesn't see that awful thing you did before you met Him. He doesn't see that awful thing you're beating yourself up about when you slipped up after meeting Him. He doesn't see your scars. Your weight. Your diet. Your bank account. Your flaws and imperfections. He sees you as flawless through His Son, Jesus.

So my challenge for you is that every time a flawed thought crosses your mind, take it captive.

I'm too fat.
I'm too skinny.
I have so many pimples.
I'm so ugly.
I'm stupid.
No one loves me.
No one will ever love me.
I messed up so bad no one could ever forgive me.

And these are just part of what we tell ourselves on a daily basis! Me too. Don't leave me out. I've said at least three of these just this morning. It's a struggle. It's difficult. That's why it's a challenge. But challenges can be overcome.

So, my challenge to you is this:

When these thoughts happen, remind yourself that you belong to God, and He doesn't see that tiny imperfection at all. He sees you as beautiful. He sees you as flawless. And if you have trouble reminding yourself, just check out this song, and play it on repeat as long as it takes.