Dear little Richard,
If you make a big-time mistake – and if you get caught –
what’s the first thing you’re tempted to do? I know you, you’re going to find somebody
or something to blame. Don’t do it bro. Forget about playing the blame game. Here
is what I learned over the years: The
more excuses you make – and the less responsibility you take – the less likely
you are to learn anything from your experiences.
Rich,
the sooner you begin taking responsibility for your actions, the sooner you’ll
start growing into a mature, sensible, clear-thinking adult. As E. Stanley
Jones once says, “Transformation will begin
in any life – in yours – when you stand up and say: ‘I’m responsible for the kind
of person I am. I am what I’ve wanted to be. Now I’ve changed my mind. I’m
sorry for what I am and for what I have done. I’m going to be different. God
help me.’” If you don’t do this, the opposite is also true: The longer you postpone accepting responsibility
for your actions, the longer it will take you to really grow up.
Richard,
my brother, it’s your life, which means that the person you see in the mirror
is the very same person who’s responsible for the things you do, the things you
say, and the mistakes you make. No exceptions! Therefore, “I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received”
(Ephesians 4:1) in Christ. I know that God is sovereign in all things and at
the same time we’re human with responsibility. “God will take care of everything,” writes Lisa Whelchel, “the rest is up to you.” Remember my advice
to you here. Meanwhile read the Word daily ya. I’ll write more soon…
Your big brother,
Richard
THINK
BIG. START SMALL. GO DEEP.
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