LET GO by Fenelon

LETTER 24
Only Imperfection Is Intolerant of Imperfection

"And nobody will deny that the imperfections of others cause us a lot of inconvenience! But it will be enough if you are willing to be patient with imperfections, ..., Do not allow yourself to turn away from people because of their imperfections. If there is one mark of perfection, it is simply that it can tolerate the imperfections of others. It is able to adjust. It become all things to all men... "

A friend from my ex-company commented to me constantly how big-hearted I am especially towards the failings or imperfections in others. She has observed me and admired that grace she have seen which encourages her greatly. I give Glory to God because it is a labour to be patient with the weaknesses of other people and I am constantly struggling. Most times, I overcome.

But now, I am still struggling with this imperfection in ME. I have a problem. For someone, after much prayer, inward cries and petition, seeking the will of God, getting disappointed again and again, I am turning cold, and I am trying not to associate at all, and to avoid.

See, I am so imperfect. And I need my perfect Saviour!