You don’t have to be an extrovert to be successful.
You don’t have to have a degree to minister to others.
You don’t have to be a preacher to be a pastor.
You don’t have to be smarter, or younger, or prettier.
You do have to be hopeful.
You do have to be passionate.
You do have to work hard.
You do have to be brave.
You do absolutely have to be yourself.
A “christian perfectionist” is an oxymoron.
Buying into perfectionism is an excuse to hold on to the idolatry of self and the works of your hands.
In a sense, Perfectionism is a religion fueled by fear, comparison and self-preservation; it’s living as if your worth and security is at stake.
Jesus > than religion. (Some smart guy said this a bit ago)
Your worth is established, your future is secure.
Faith eliminates fear and compassion replaces comparison.