| Are you a perfectionist? If so, then you are normally loyal, hardworking, love routines and finite outcomes. Often, you are a systematic rule follower, very ethical, and reliable. At the same time, you have a strong moral code that sees the world in black and white, rights and wrongs. However, there is a strong inner voice that speaks in tones of criticism and judgment. When a perfectionist makes a misstep, normally self-hatred isnāt far away. Similarly, when others donāt perform or see the world as you do, anger is a quick emotion. If you are a perfectionist, I hope you will do two things: Embrace Sabbath this week. There will always be something more to do. Equally important, there is a need to stop and just be. Allow God to calm that inner voice so that Godās Spirit can say to you, āYou are my beloved.ā Say the phrase, āDone is better than Perfect.ā Some things wonāt be perfect. The good news is they donāt have to be. Done is better than perfect. Here is the gospel lesson, Christās Righteousness is Our Righteousness. One will never be perfect enough to merit Godās love. God loves because He is love. My prayer for you is that you will know that you are both a sinner and a saint and Godās grace is sufficient today.  This Week’s Readings: * Monday – Mark 4 * Tuesday – Mark 5 * Wednesday- Mark 6 * Thursday – Mark 7 * Friday- Mark 8 Prayer Requests: *An immediate end to the crisis in Ukraine. *Heal those who are sick and protect those who are not. *Comfort those who are grieving and in distress. *Give our leaders extra wisdom as they navigate this pandemic and economic uncertainty. *Help for those seeking to find their way. *Continued Growth Inside and Outside the Walls of St. Paul UMC. |
| āDonāt worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need and thank him for all he has done.ā – Philippians 4:6 |