I have always looked for people to aprove of me. I want to hear from others that I did a good job. What I found more often than not, is either they did not approve or they could not care less.
The "could not care less" reason is a common theme. The simple truth is that people are too worried about their own lives. They have goals they are trying to meet. They have issues and obstacles they are trying to overcome. They want to focus on their own triumphs and accomplishments.
So when I don't get the approval that I am hoping for, it's not because they think so little of me, it's because they are focused more on the things that are more important to them. True, we should all be more observant of what is going on in other people's lives, but I should not be seeking for the approval of others so much.
Seeking after the approval of people is often a poor use of focus. It will tend to lead to hurt feelings, sadness, and self induced depression. I am now 40 years old and realize that I have spent most of it hoping people would approve of me. God has shown me I do not need anyone's approval. All I need is God to approve. As long as I listen and seek after God, that is the only stamp of approval I need.
“Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need.”
Matthew 6:33 NLT
PRAYER
Daddy God, I love you!! I long to know what you would have for my life. I long to follow your voice. I want to seek you above all else. Today I live to seek you, feel you, and to be guided by you. I ask that you bless all my family and friends. I declare healing over all that are sick and a restoring peace to rest on the minds. We thank you for your holiness and power. We worship and praise your holy name. Amen!!!
Be blessed!
Trudy B.
