When going through old family photos, my cousins and I joke about which physical characteristics weve inherited. We notice primarily the negative ones: short legs, crooked teeth, unruly cowlicks. All of us can easily identify in our ancestors our own least favorite body part. In addition to physical attributes, we also inherited character traitssome good, some not so good. But we dont always pay as much attention to those.
According to my unscientific observations, people try all kinds of methods to overcome physical imperfectionsexercise routines, weight-loss programs, makeup, hair coloring, cosmetic surgery. But instead of trying to overcome our character flaws, we tend to use them as an excuse for behaving badly. I suppose this is because changing our looks is easier than changing our character. But imagine how much better off wed be if we put our energy into character development.
As Gods children, were not limited by our genetic makeup. We can surrender our flaws to Him and allow Him to fulfill the potential He had in mind when He created us as unique expressions of His love. The power of Gods Spirit and the life of Gods Son are at work in us, conforming us to His image (2 Cor. 3:18).
Read: 2 Corinthians 3:1-3, 17-18
Good evening, Mayor, and thank you for today’s sustenance for body and soul.