Posted by Bird Watcher on November 8, 2008, at 12:08:46
In reply to Re: God help me with my attitude » Jay_Bravest_Face, posted by rayww on October 18, 2008, at 10:17:41
I've been doing a lot of praying and soul-searching lately, along with a lot of Bible reading.
An opportunity presented itself at the church we've been attending for the past three months. It was something I never thought I would be able to do for countless reasons, but my husband is supporting me all the way.
I am going to go on a mission trip in June to Jamaica. I am very excited, and am blown away at the difference actually having a spiritual purpose is making. I see everyone differently now - even the crusty, judgmental, disapproving people. I see them more as not knowing what they are missing and it gives me compassion. Because I know what it feels like to not quite know where you fit in and not feel like you are doing the right thing no matter how much you try to do so outwardly.
My life will remain imperfect with all my foibles and dysfunctions (but I do have God to help me with this, as well as humans (mostly friends on websites and therapists). But having a purpose is helping me to have more compassion with myself and allows me a lot less time to beat up on myself (and others!).
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