How can one understand the difference between perfectionism and a spirit of excellence? Perfection is unattainable in the flesh and in this life. God alone is perfect, and we are made perfect (complete, mature, righteous, holy) in and by Him. A perfectionist is often frustrated because he or she has the illusion that the world, people in it and how things should be done should be error free. This puts undue stress not only on the perfectionist, but also on others around him/her. Having a spirit of excellence differs from perfectionism in that the world, people in it, and methods that are used to accomplish things are not seen in an unrealistic view. A woman with a spirit of excellence realizes that some things, people, circumstances and methods are beyond her control, and can go awry. Yet, she strives to do her part in assuring that she functions in such a way as to please God and accomplish what is set before her by prioritizing her time and tasks, delegating what she cannot do to others, and allowing them room enough to make mistakes and to do things differently to accomplish the end goal to glorify God and endeavor to keep the peace whenever and however possible. wisdomforwomenofworthandworship
Posted on: Mon, 07 Oct 2013 13:39:38 +0000
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