Comments on: Do You Have to Try So Hard?

By: Lauren Renee Sparks

Lauren Renee Sparks — Fri, 07 Jul 2023 18:07:41 +0000

I am with you. Doing nothing is hard. But we are commanded to make that space and rest. Great post.

By: Jean Wise

Jean Wise — Fri, 07 Jul 2023 17:03:25 +0000

Such a good reminder. Often I feel like I am striving so hard – so hard to be good, to learn, to be better – when God already created me good. Hard habit to break.

By: Pam Ecrement

Pam Ecrement — Thu, 06 Jul 2023 23:09:50 +0000

I think we tend to have struggles with balance in so many areas of life and yet if we look at the universe or our own body systems, things work well if they are in balance and alignment as God designed them. Good observations of those of us who tend to be hard on ourselves and tempted to live closer to law than grace.

Thanks, Lisa?

By: Paula Short

Paula Short — Thu, 06 Jul 2023 21:53:54 +0000

Lisa, I love your insights and encouragement here. You talked about many aspects that are typical of me—joining you by less toiling and spinning this summer.
Visiting today from Joanne’s.

By: Martha J Orlando

Martha J Orlando — Thu, 06 Jul 2023 14:19:01 +0000

Amen, Lisa! Let’s all practice less toiling and spinning, content to know God will allow us to bloom where He’s planted us.
Blessings!

By: Deborah Rutherford

Deborah Rutherford — Thu, 06 Jul 2023 01:05:42 +0000

Lovely thoughts Lisa. I like this comparison between us and your Latanna. I found myself trying a little hard. This helps me see that and just relax and let God’s beauty flourish.