Only One Opinion Matters
"Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus, because through Christ Jesus the law of the Spirit of life set me free from the law of sin and death."
-- Romans 8:1-2
I have been condemned by the people around me. I have been criticized and failed miserably no matter the path I take. The verbal bullet is aimed straight at me and there is no relief in sight. I'm thankful that those who judge me so harshly are not the ones whose opinion truly matters. Jesus has freed me from their condemnation.
It doesn't mean the hurt has gone away. Or will go away in this lifetime. I suspect it will always be there, telling me I am not worthy to be a part of their world. That's okay, I tell myself. This isn't my home anyway. My home is in heaven. This place is just temporary. Satan's voice reminds me that it's a good thing too. Home is where a person is loved and wanted. I've finally thrown the towel in on that one.
It's so tiring trying to meet the expectations of others. It's an impossible situation. Someone is always unhappy and I am a convenient scapegoat. It would almost be comical if it weren't so sad. I get blamed for things that aren't even remotedly my fault. Don't get me wrong. I'm far from perfect and I certainly do my share of things wrong. But, honestly, I have nothing to do with the weather or what other people say or do.
I know I'm not alone in this. We've all had someone else take their bad mood out on us. We've all dealt with temper tantrums and irritable people. We've all deserved better at one time or another. Mine just seems to be ongoing and Satan tells me I'm the problem. Maybe I am. Some people are meant to be a thorn and I seem to be particularly good at that. At least in this family.
I'm thankful for the family I have waiting for me in heaven. I look forward to the warm welcome and loving arms of Jesus. I am grateful that I don't have to measure up to the rules and expectations of those around me here on earth. I am enough for God. He made me to be perfect in His eyes. There is no condemnation for those who embrace Jesus as Lord and Savior. No matter what the rest of the world may say.
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