I was codependent most of my life. One characteristic I had as a codependent was the need to help fix other people's problems. I always thought I was doing a good thing. When I saw my "help" for what it was, I saw pride and disrespect. What made me think I had all the answers? What made me think someone wasn't capable of solving their own problems without hearing my opinion?
I now always point to God as the answer to every issue. His wisdom is always available.* I desire to limit my words and actions to God's leading, even as Jesus did. I help as I am led, knowing that God's answer to someone's need is so much greater than any answer I could produce.
I love this life.
*James 1:5 (NIV) - If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him.
Copyright 2013 Leah Lambert Smith
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