"For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God" |Romans 3:23|
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May you
freely adjust your expectations, releasing control in order to gain peace. That
is, even as you set them, may you be open to adjust or even let them go.
May you
remember that just as you may verbally express your expectations, it isn't a
guarantee that they will get fulfilled.
May you
remember that threats, anger and resentment are not the healthiest nor are they
an effective way to get what you need.
There are
moments that'll call for you to release your expectations completely. Be wise.
Fewer words are better than many. At this juncture, strive to locate something
to be grateful for.
Take a
moment to examine whether other peoples' expectations for you are your
expectations for you.
Is your
expectation for them their expectation for themselves?
Do not
stew over your disappointment. Acknowledge your disappointment, and let it go.
Disappointment quickly turns to resentment, and that lingers beneath the
surface for a long time if you do not let go.
This is
not to say do not set expectations. It is wise to have and set standards, but
just as you cannot always dictate your environment, you cannot have your way
all the time. Even in common sense situations.
Leave
room for God to do his perfect work.
And above
all, may you receive grace from our Lord Jesus Christ.
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"...clothe yourself with humility toward one another..." |1 Peter5:5|
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Chenai Mbanga
