God is always far bigger, & kinder than you currently think He is!
Consider the notion of splashing in the pool of God-love. Instead of a stick consider Father God holding a camera zoomed in on YOU! When He sees you, He’s a happy & proud Daddy, not an angry, disappointed one. Your Daddy God wears a smile, not a frown. Your Abba Father smiles over you, like proud parents leaning over their newborn’s crib.
WHO ARE YOU??? You are your Abba Father’s delight. You are the one Jesus loves!!! (BOOK: The Rabbi’s Heartbeat. Brennan Manning)
1 Thess 5:14-16 ‘…warn those who are idle, encourage the timid, help the weak, be patient with everyone [extend a ready-hand of grace]. Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in ALL circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus’.
‘…Be cheerful no matter what; pray all the time; thank God no matter what happens…’ Msg
What is the nature of SUCCESS?
SUCCESS is truth, relationship, authenticity, kindness.
SUCCESS is not, achievement, perfection, control, striving.