tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7858077928947631725.post3331520777808434652..comments2024-03-12T13:52:44.046-07:00Comments on IN ITS TIME: ON BEING GOOD ENOUGH.Kikihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09995732867958680921noreply@blogger.comBlogger35125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7858077928947631725.post-77015123086760660972014-11-04T20:34:34.657-08:002014-11-04T20:34:34.657-08:00AMEN! I can definitely say it to others but can ne...AMEN! I can definitely say it to others but can never really accept it and hear it from myself. It's almost like when people compliment me and I say thank you but don't always feel like it really sinks into my heart and mind. <br /><br /><br />And I never would have connected that to Satan. But it's sooo true. We have to remember that sin is there and that we have to strive for HIM, each and every day. <br /><br /><br />Thanks for those wise words, friend!Kikihttp://www.initstimeblog.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7858077928947631725.post-6492580212385747322014-11-04T10:45:04.210-08:002014-11-04T10:45:04.210-08:00#preach.
it's easy to say "you're awe...#preach.<br />it's easy to say "you're awesome" to another person and mean it 100% but it is always way harder to believe it ourselves. just remember, satan's biggest goal is to separate you from God and he will use any lie he can to make it easy. especially the lie that you're not worthy (aka not good enough). <3Amyhttp://www.takingstepshome.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7858077928947631725.post-13614496635436542072014-10-31T17:46:27.329-07:002014-10-31T17:46:27.329-07:00Agreed, Aimee! I feel like it's so easy for me...Agreed, Aimee! I feel like it's so easy for me to fall into the comparison trap and I have to remind myself that it really does rob us of our joy. :)Kikihttp://www.initstimeblog.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7858077928947631725.post-31250559259498265882014-10-31T09:16:57.449-07:002014-10-31T09:16:57.449-07:00Stop comparing=YES! This is one of the things I am...Stop comparing=YES! This is one of the things I am most guilty of and it truly does steals your joy. Excellent post.Aimee | This Darling Dayhttp://www.thisdarlingday.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7858077928947631725.post-10062709072839072712014-10-30T20:48:44.541-07:002014-10-30T20:48:44.541-07:00Those articles were spot on and I'm thinking i...Those articles were spot on and I'm thinking it's about time I re-read them, too. I'm glad you understand and can relate! But girl, you've got this motherhood thing down. I think that being new at something is always the hardest, but I have a feeling you've got it in you (and not just literally speaking). :)Kikihttp://www.initstimeblog.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7858077928947631725.post-5694147784284713642014-10-30T19:57:28.082-07:002014-10-30T19:57:28.082-07:00Great tips and articles!! I definitely struggle wi...Great tips and articles!! I definitely struggle with this in a lot of areas in my life... and I know there's a new one coming with motherhood too!Angelahttp://harrellsonhood.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7858077928947631725.post-78984741602944610292014-10-30T19:43:13.706-07:002014-10-30T19:43:13.706-07:00Oh girl, so glad to hear I'm not alone in this...Oh girl, so glad to hear I'm not alone in this AND that you read this with such amazing timing! <br /><br /><br />I've found with time that when I write from the heart, it's not only therapeutic for me but it's also a time when I can grow closer to fellow bloggers. :)<br /><br /><br />And I love that you reminded me that our worth is found in Him ALONE. It's so easy for me to forget that! Praying that your week gets better, too! I'm thinking some snail mail is in order (sorry I've been slacking!). That or maybe a Skype date if you're ever open to that idea? :)Kikihttp://www.initstimeblog.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7858077928947631725.post-88248143759953186202014-10-30T19:40:51.068-07:002014-10-30T19:40:51.068-07:00Agreeeeed. It's way to easy for me to fall bac...Agreeeeed. It's way to easy for me to fall back into that game/trap. <br /><br /><br />Your mom sounds like a truly wise woman (not that I had any doubts since you're such an amazingly thoughtful and wise friend!). :) Her advice is spot on and sounds a lot like what my parents told me (and tell me now, too). :)Kikihttp://www.initstimeblog.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7858077928947631725.post-64954106036568241062014-10-30T19:39:53.860-07:002014-10-30T19:39:53.860-07:00I think I heard more about his books because of th...I think I heard more about his books because of the new one coming out that he wrote with his wife (I think that's the one that they're going to donate proceeds for, right?). I really want to read Crazy Love because I've heard it's one of those must-read books and he sounds like a fascinating person, too!<br /><br /><br />And yesss!!! I'm free on early Sunday afternoons--what works best for you (we can totally email about this, too). :)Kikihttp://www.initstimeblog.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7858077928947631725.post-65097633808539344062014-10-30T18:43:43.343-07:002014-10-30T18:43:43.343-07:00I totally agree.
Yes you should read some of his ...I totally agree. <br />Yes you should read some of his books, Crazy Love, and forgotten God are really good! He also has a new one out that he wrote with his wife, that i wanna read. <br />No problem girl! We need to have that skype date soon!! Let me know when you can.Britneynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7858077928947631725.post-89134876907321286342014-10-30T18:13:40.860-07:002014-10-30T18:13:40.860-07:00uuhhmmm... did you write this about me!? I literal...uuhhmmm... did you write this about me!? I literally just spent the morning telling myself all of those things... I'm not good enough, you can't do this, you can't do that, you didn't do this... I have been stressed out the past couple of weeks and it all hit me this morning!! I will be praying for you that you can remember those things and that our worth is found in our Father, and not our jobs or how good we are at it. And even though you weren't looking for it, you ARE super duper AWESOME!Aubreyhttp://www.thefoundlife.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7858077928947631725.post-37014597934525115912014-10-30T13:41:52.351-07:002014-10-30T13:41:52.351-07:00It's wayyy to easy to play the comparison game...It's wayyy to easy to play the comparison game! <br /><br />My Mom always taught me to do my best, to not be afraid of failure, and to listen up when learning opportunities show up. Those pieces of advice have never let me down. :)Victoriahttp://myjourneyforhim.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7858077928947631725.post-9141950044009824922014-10-29T21:22:54.636-07:002014-10-29T21:22:54.636-07:00I feel like it's definitely something that you...I feel like it's definitely something that young adults relate to. I feel like with occupations such as teaching or counseling, it's bound to happen to young adults in these jobs because people are skeptical--especially if there are situations where they might not be right (you know?). <br /><br /><br />Anyway, I love what you said about our culture valuing perfection. It's impossible and something we're all taught, but yet it's something we still strive for--even if it's impossible to reach!<br /><br /><br />And I also love what you said about having God meet us where we're at. SOOOO true and such a great reminder. <br /><br /><br />I'm off to go watch the Francis Chan video now! I've seen him around the web a lot lately but have yet to read any of his book(s?). I think i need to change that asap!<br /><br /><br />Thanks again for these sweet words, Britney! It means a lot hearing them from a close friend like you!Kikihttp://www.initstimeblog.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7858077928947631725.post-76995000177801927382014-10-29T21:19:40.774-07:002014-10-29T21:19:40.774-07:00AMEN. :) You are so wise, Amy! Everything you said...AMEN. :) You are so wise, Amy! Everything you said about second-guessing and comparing yourself is so true and familiar to me. :) But what you said about how God uses books and blogs and people to encourage and affirm His faithfulness and provision? Spot on as well. :)Kikihttp://www.initstimeblog.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7858077928947631725.post-45005575491345725862014-10-29T21:17:10.721-07:002014-10-29T21:17:10.721-07:00I agree with you! I am truly blessed and amazed at...I agree with you! I am truly blessed and amazed at the community of women who have just opened up and shared wisdom and love with me today via the comments section. We really do all need one another to build each other up! :)Kikihttp://www.initstimeblog.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7858077928947631725.post-15133232649625958612014-10-29T21:16:17.279-07:002014-10-29T21:16:17.279-07:00Thanks, Allison! That means a lot--especially comi...Thanks, Allison! That means a lot--especially coming from someone I just "met" via blogging! :)Kikihttp://www.initstimeblog.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7858077928947631725.post-78885718878011575682014-10-29T21:15:49.000-07:002014-10-29T21:15:49.000-07:00Amen to that quote! I've heard multiple people...Amen to that quote! I've heard multiple people use that quote (I think I've seen Theodore Roosevelt quote that, too!) and it's SO true. :)Kikihttp://www.initstimeblog.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7858077928947631725.post-73542582735231599382014-10-29T21:14:52.993-07:002014-10-29T21:14:52.993-07:00Thanks, sweet friend! Giving myself more credit is...Thanks, sweet friend! Giving myself more credit is something I've always struggled with but sometimes I just need to hear it from someone else to really believe AND do it. :)Kikihttp://www.initstimeblog.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7858077928947631725.post-10471782728984868902014-10-29T21:09:14.430-07:002014-10-29T21:09:14.430-07:00Thank you, Ladonna! I love that you pointed me rig...Thank you, Ladonna! I love that you pointed me right to Jesus because in the end (and really, in the beginning of each day and every moment in between!) I need to be looking and turning the Him. I've been trying to really work on surrendering to Him and just realizing that I CANNOT do it all on my own.<br /><br /><br />I love what you said about God knowing our weaknesses. There is so much truth in that! I heard on the radio recently (by Luis Palau, I think) that we were created for a relationship with Christ because He knew how much we needed Him (or something to that effect). What you said really just affirmed that because God does know our struggles and wants so badly for us to turn to Him so He can help! <br /><br /><br />So everything you just wrote? Just another message I know God placed into my mind and heart that I know is anything but coincidence!Kikihttp://www.initstimeblog.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7858077928947631725.post-51824490019347148022014-10-29T20:52:49.403-07:002014-10-29T20:52:49.403-07:00Thank you for this amazingly thoughtful, honest, a...Thank you for this amazingly thoughtful, honest, and well, just plain AWESOME comment. Getting all this feedback has really lifted my spirits and also reminded me that I'm not alone. :) <br /><br /><br />Secondly, I love what you said about worry! It's so true that worry is seen as an acceptable sin (making it that much easier for me to fall back on it!). Like you said, it's a consuming, damaging, and just plain terrible habit to have!<br /><br /><br />And girl, I couldn't help but smile when you talked about parents and grocery stores. While I do believe that parents are the best (and first) teachers out there, I also think that there's a certain amount of respect that parents need to give their child's teacher. And that grocery store scene is all too real (although, I have heard your perspective changes when you become that parent!). :) <br /><br /><br />Lastly, so glad you understand about the self-confidence thing! I'm glad I'm not alone in this boat. :) You are more than enough, too, friend!!Kikihttp://www.initstimeblog.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7858077928947631725.post-43577654186872692132014-10-29T20:43:39.845-07:002014-10-29T20:43:39.845-07:00So much wisdom and truth in what you said, Katelin...So much wisdom and truth in what you said, Katelin! I'm glad you understand and also are trusting in Him. It's definitely a comfort knowing that He knows what He's doing and that we're where we are thanks to His plans and help. Definitely easier said than done, but still so true! :)Kikihttp://www.initstimeblog.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7858077928947631725.post-87490824086567735082014-10-29T20:42:19.111-07:002014-10-29T20:42:19.111-07:00Yes, we do! :) I feel like it's something that...Yes, we do! :) I feel like it's something that I'm constantly trying to overcome and yet find myself falling into that trap more often than not. Comparison is definitely dangerous and a terrible temptation, too!Kikihttp://www.initstimeblog.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7858077928947631725.post-87238433532897441252014-10-29T20:41:36.514-07:002014-10-29T20:41:36.514-07:00Agreed! I feel like it's easy for us to just s...Agreed! I feel like it's easy for us to just sweep these feelings under the rug and pretend they're not there (and by "us," I mean ME). :)Kikihttp://www.initstimeblog.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7858077928947631725.post-71934451790265078652014-10-29T20:41:03.650-07:002014-10-29T20:41:03.650-07:00Glad you understand and can relate, Shane! I feel ...Glad you understand and can relate, Shane! I feel like it's something we all struggle with and yet something we don't really talk about, you know? That said, I'm really glad you do understand! :)Kikihttp://www.initstimeblog.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7858077928947631725.post-53326163691194658882014-10-29T17:17:30.417-07:002014-10-29T17:17:30.417-07:00Oh man, I am WITH you on this girl. It's so e...Oh man, I am WITH you on this girl. It's so easy to question and doubt, but remembering that we are enough is so important. The second I start comparing myself with people around me, the more and more and more discouraged I become....but I am so thankful for God's faithfulness in using books, blogs, and people around me to encourage and affirm who God created me to be.Amy Hodgdonhttp://www.lovelydoesit.comnoreply@blogger.com