Between God and Me

Dear God
If I ever forget how good you've been to me, will you remind me?
—Me

 

Think about the last time you said, "Mom, you never let me do anything I want." She probably reminded you of a bunch of stuff. When you start thinking God's let you down, that your life is pathetic, God (the Ultimate Parent) will put the memory of his blessings in front of you. You don't even have to wait for him. Start remembering right now!

 

More to get you thinking

Dear God,
Does a little tiny sin count?
—Me

We need forgiveness for little white lies and small careless remarks as much as we do for bigger stuff. At least once a day, admit to God the things that have come between you, from back-talking Mom to gossiping. From there, God helps you put it all behind you and go on growing.

Dear God,
I'll never forgive her!
—Me

You know you're supposed to forgive people when they do rotten things to you, but it can be so hard. God knows that, which is why you can go to him for help in forgiving. Warning: It can take time to stop wanting to get even, so keep talking to God about it. You'll get back to the business of loving.

Dear God,
Why does it seem like I'm so much worse than everybody else?
—Me

Because you know every evil thought that goes through your head, but you can't hear the naughty little voices in everyone else's. You probably forgive other people's weaknesses more than your own. Most of us are our own worst critics. But here's the deal. God takes you just as you are and uses you. That's how he gets some of his best work done.