Well….
We are to rejoice. And we have reason to. Our belief in Jesus Christ, His life, death and resurrection, guarantees our future. We always have His presence in our lives. God declares that ALL things will work to our good. Even if we strike out.
As believers, we do NOT permanently stike out. We err. We sin. But God is working in us, and will continue to work in us, making us more godly, until the day of Christ Jesus. (Philippians 1:6)
And we know what to do when we strike out. If it is sin, we are to confess, and then know, KNOW, that God has forgiven us and has cleansed us from all unrighteousness (1 John 1:9). And we fix, atone, ask forgiveness from those we hurt, and reconcile if possible.
If it is a human error, but not sin, we fix things if we can, make things right with people affected, if any, learn from our mistakes, and press on. (Note: we are human beings with limited knowledge and frailties. Well-meaning humans make mistakes.)
But it is so easy to focus on the wrong things. To focus on striking out.
Father, help us get our minds in the right place. Help us focus on You, Your glory, Your righteousness, Your love. Help us rejoice in You.
