‘I am called to live in perfect relation with God so that my life produces a longing after God in other lives, not admiration for myself.’ – OC
Hey, nobody’s perfect. God understands that we are not perfect and that we WILL violate His law. There are no two ways about it. Our role here is not to attempt to live the perfect life, an unattainable goal. Our goal is to build a perfect relationship with God.
I am reminded of the Pharisees here. In claiming to have achieved a life strictly according to God’s law (which again, is impossible) the focus bred in others is not on God, but on you.
Conversely, if I strive for a perfect relationship with God, and allow that relationship to actively define my actions and example, I stand a better chance of living out God’s law to the best of my ability while still allowing Christ to be showcased in me for others.
OC writes that ‘God is not perfecting me to be a specimen for His showroom; He is getting me to the place where He can use me.’
Wise words, Mr. Chambers.
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