Flawed but still chosen – this is about self-awareness, growth, and faith. Owning imperfections, evolving, and deepening our connection with God.
I’m flawed. I say it all the time. People judge me for it. They create these preconceived ideas about what that means, what I’m capable of, and the one that baffles me the most – what they think I deserve.
All of this blows my mind. Like, how did we get here?
When did we get here?
I try. That’s what I know. I have the best intentions most of the time, and I genuinely want to help others. We deserve so much more than we’ve allowed ourselves to even comprehend.
Diving deep into biblical principles has helped me understand things so much better. It has validated me being me.
I am flawed, and it’s my willingness to acknowledge that – and understand what it means – that strengthens my connection with my gifts and with God.
Flawed, But Not Complacent
Being flawed doesn’t mean settling. It doesn’t mean using our imperfections as an excuse to stay stuck, repeat the same mistakes, or avoid growth. If anything, it’s the opposite.
Acknowledging my flaws means I stay aware – of myself, the role I play in my own experiences, and my relationship with God.
Growth isn’t about chasing perfection. It’s about deepening our understanding, owning our choices, and evolving into who we were created to be. That takes work. It takes honesty. It takes a willingness to see where we need to shift and actually do it.
What the Bible Says About Being Flawed
The Bible is full of people who were flawed yet still used by God. Actually, the entire foundation of grace rests on the fact that we are flawed – but still loved, still chosen, and still capable of being instruments of goodness.
1. We All Fall Short
“For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.” (Romans 3:23)
There’s no exception. Not one of us has it all together. And yet, God still calls us worthy.
2. Our Weakness is Where God’s Strength Shows Up
“But he said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.’ Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me.” ( 2 Corinthians 12:9)
This one hit me hard. The very things I once saw as flaws, as evidence of not being good enough, were actually the spaces where God wanted to show up the most.
3. Flaws Don’t Disqualify Us
“The Lord does not look at the things people look at. People look at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.” (1 Samuel 16:7)
People will always have their opinions. They’ll always see flaws and make assumptions about what we deserve. But God? He sees what’s beneath all of that.
The Truth About Being Flawed
Being flawed doesn’t mean I’m unworthy. It doesn’t mean I should shrink myself or stop trying. If anything, it means I lean in even more – to grace, to growth, and to God.
So if you’re like me, constantly aware of your imperfections, wondering if you’re “too much” or “not enough” at the same time – know this: You are exactly who you’re meant to be. And God is still working through you.
Flaws and all.
Hey! It’s Jasmine Renee, Mindfulness Consultant. I love to help you to find more peace, clarity, and alignment through Mindfulness and Faith. I combine simple techniques with Biblical Principles that strengthen our connection with ourselves and with God.
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