When you pass fifty, you've experienced a lot of life, and formed plenty of opinions as well. I've reached a point in my life, with a little silver in my hair, that I no longer feel the need to please everyone.
When you are a child, you should be obedient to your parents. To survive your childhood, you must play nice and get along with your siblings. Students strive to please their teachers to get good grades...well, at least I did. As a teen needing acceptance and the desire to fit in, many foolishly conform to please their peers. And we all know that as an employee needing a paycheck to put food on the table and a roof over our heads, we absolutely must please our employers. For a successful marriage, and to have peace at home, one should definitely make every effort to please their spouse.
Well, my parents are no longer living; my studies are far behind me; and for almost a month, I've been unemployed. Here's what I've learned about life: my true friends like me just as I am; my family must tolerate me since--"we're related"; and as long as I still please my husband (the love of my life), and my Savior, Jesus Christ, it's all good! I kind of like having the freedom to be me.
I'm not saying we should ever disregard the feelings of others with hurtful actions or words. It really is a stupid saying, "Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me". We all know better, words do hurt...for a lifetime. What I am saying, in Southern-speak, is don't "put on airs", or be a people-pleaser, or someone you are not. Don't follow the crowd just to be popular. The crowd won't be there to pick you up when you fall. Never remain silent when you should be defending. Express your convictions without apology; love the things that God loves, and hate the things that God hates. And if the Holy Spirit urges you to raise your hands in worship, at home or in public, don't be embarrassed or stress over what others may think. If you are God's child, you are FREE...and it's ALL GOOD!
I Am Free - Worship Video
John 8:36: "So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed."
Matthew 10:32: “Whoever acknowledges me before others, I will also acknowledge before my Father in heaven."
I Peter 3:15: "But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect."
Psalm 134:2: "Lift up your hands in the sanctuary, and bless the LORD."
Copyright 2011 Charlotte Laney
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