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“For whatever was written in former days was written for our instruction, that through endurance and through the encouragement of the Scriptures we might have hope.” Romans 15:4 (ESV)

Ever felt like victory was a distant foe to be conquered? Perhaps we’ve stepped on the scales only to witness the numbers staying the same or worse getting higher. Despite our sacrificing of sweets or giving up of our fave foods, the numbers don’t drop. Or perhaps, we’ve been searching for a new job. Our diligence to conquer every interview seemed like the perfect win until rejection offered a different song. Better yet, we held out for Mr. Right only to find ourselves with a broken heart. What we wouldn’t give for a little success, a nudging of yes we’re headed in the right direction to keep us on track and motivated to stay the course.

Nothing tastes sweeter than a little success in the midst of pressing through. When we are hanging by a thread even a seemingly insignificant nudge can propel us to keep moving in the right direction. And sometimes we are so blinded by the goal or desire before us that we simply don’t see any seed of progress. We’re so zeroed in on the potential for victory that we miss the little wins we just accomplished.

Sounds a lot like perfectionism, right? We get paralyzed in the pursuit of perfect and fail to recognize our leaps forward, but God doesn’t. He delights in watching His children succeed. God loves the baby steps and crawls that move us closer to where we need to be. He enjoys the journey and cheers us on despite our missteps. Not simply focused in on where we will end up but intentionally visible in where we are now.

So what’s a girl to do when victory is distant? Grab a hold to the presence of her God. Release perfection and embrace learning. Keep a bended knee and a surrendered heart knowing God’s plan far exceeds our view of success. Gather with those who will cheer us on …… invite accountability and admit struggles along the way. Pray…pray….pray – and zero in on growth, changes and little wins that ultimately birth sweet success. And never forget who’s watching, guiding and going before us – we are never alone. Our God is our ever present help, our greatest joy and all compassing strength. A heart devoted to Him will forever reap the rewards of success.

“Father, keep our minds from simply focusing on accomplishing to growing and leaning. Help us to see You working even in our small wins to transform us to be more like You.”

For His Glory

Janet Martin
TRBC Women’s Life