Be Beautiful Just Being You

There is a daily email that I get from Ras Robinson that is called "The Word for Today." I don't think he would mind if I passed it along to you. It really spoke to me today and I think it will speak to you as well. Enjoy!

What the Lord is Saying Today
Ras Robinson

December 28, 2005. Outside the coffee shop where I am spending time with God this morning there is a very tall and healthy cedar tree growing in the middle of a huge shopping center parking lot.. This tree stands totally alone, surrounded by pavement. The Lord spoke this: Be beautiful just being you. There will be times when you must stand alone. And as you do this, I will strengthen you, enliven you and cause you to draw attention to Me and My Kingdom. I want you to grow where you are planted. Some are intended for forest living and that is fine for them. But when I wanted someone rugged, strong, vibrant and who would stand tall and bold in a difficult situation, I chose you. You are my choice. Be beautiful just being you.

Joshua 1:7 "Only be strong and very courageous; be careful to do according to all the law which Moses My servant commanded you; do not turn from it to the right or to the left, so that you may have success wherever you go.”

"Be beautiful just being you." What a powerful line! I was so encouraged when I read this. If you are anything like me you suffer from chronic "I don't measure up-itis!" I tend to compare myself with others and always fall short. I compare myself professionally and personally. I have to work very hard to appropriate God's Word concerning my identity in Christ.

It must be very difficult to not have God's Word in you to encourage, exhort and edify. Today, I'm so thankful for his word of truth and grace in my life. How about you?

Have an Amazing Day!
Jimmy