The Problem With Perfectionism

[@life.church]

In which area of your life do you strive for perfection the most?

[@MelanieMartin-d8n]

I can't answer that one, because comparison is a dangerous trap, as we all know.🚸🚸🚸

[@IseetheGloryofKingdom]

I have no hope of perfection outside of Christ Jesus who is my Lord. I was studying this very thing all week who God says I am. Praying through the study meditating on God’s Word about me and who Jesus is and what the Word of God says about Christ. Thank You Abba God for speaking to me.

[@MelanieMartin-d8n]

@@IseetheGloryofKingdom why no hope?🤯🤯🤯

[@IseetheGloryofKingdom]

@@MelanieMartin-d8n I can not be perfect on my own only through Christ I am sorry maybe worded wrong.

[@IseetheGloryofKingdom]

@@MelanieMartin-d8n I have great hope in Christ. Jesus is my reason for faith hope and love.

[@Tori.Stanley]

That’s my brother!!!! So proud of him 😭😭😭🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼 God is good and has done so much in our family.

[@MelanieMartin-d8n]

But who is Steve, the guest speaker?🙎🙎🙎

[@life.church]

❤️🙌🏼

[@Soldier_in_God.s_army]

May God comfort your family and continue to bless you all🤍

[@life.church]

💙🙏

[@martamoxley1250]

Get rid of pride and receive grace ❤️ thank you Jesus. My Savior 👏👏👏

[@Tra.vis_tech]

I give my life to Jesus and I need his grace 🙏

[@life.church]

We’re so excited for you, @Tra.vis_tech! Choosing to follow Jesus is the best decision you will ever make. Let us know about your decision here by going to go2.lc/youtubesalvation We want to celebrate this decision with you as well as answer questions you may have about your next steps as you begin your relationship with God. We’d also love to invite you to Life.Church Online! 90+ services are available throughout the week, so you’ll always be able to find a time that fits your schedule. During services, we have live Host Team Leaders who can answer questions, pray for you, and chat one-on-one. We hope to see you there! live.life.church

[@richardsaxon-hardy6886]

I am welcoming Jesus into my life as a new believer 🙏🏻

[@life.church]

We’re so excited for you, @richardsaxon-hardy6886! Choosing to follow Jesus is the best decision you will ever make. Let us know about your decision here by going to go2.lc/youtubesalvation We want to celebrate this decision with you as well as answer questions you may have about your next steps as you begin your relationship with God. We’d also love to invite you to Life.Church Online! 90+ services are available throughout the week, so you’ll always be able to find a time that fits your schedule. During services, we have live Host Team Leaders who can answer questions, pray for you, and chat one-on-one. We hope to see you there! live.life.church Beth - Team LC

[@elizabethmathis5928]

Omg the son in law is AWESOME....Thank you for sharing this message clearly

[@life.church]

❤️

[@GabrielleAFigueroa]

Thank you for this message! Truly is helping me through this season, pride no longer can take a hold my life!

[@jennagarrow2731]

Amazing job! Thank you Jesus for speaking through this Godly man

[@life.church]

Amen Lord!

[@motivatedinchrist613]

What a wonderful message truly felt moved by the spirit of God. May God remove my pride and help me be a new person within Christ. May he forgive my selfishness and all those that I’ve hurt with my prideful ways❤️🙏

[@MelanieMartin-d8n]

Sad thing is, why would pride always lead to shame??⏸️⚠️⏸️☣️⏬❇️

[@davidcasiano4570]

Thank you for this message, many blessings to you and your family 🙏

[@life.church]

🙏🤍

[@wlc1959]

Thank you Pastor James for your transparency and your message about perfectionism. So many take-aways to help me going forward. God Bless❤

[@elinapolicastro5148]

Just an amazing message!!! Praise God!!!❤❤❤

[@justinp17]

Thank you for this wonderful message, James. I really needed to hear this today.

[@life.church]

❤️🙌 God is working!

[@ladyravenspirit7576]

This was one of the best messages I have received. I have felt so lost I have been unemployed for almost a year and I have been asking and praying over and over. And this message hit me right in the face. This church is what keeps me going. Pastor Craig explains things the way I need to understand. I found Jesus again. I love him, and thank God every day for Life church. I am still struggling but cannot loise hope or faith. Thank you for keeping me going. I love you all.

[@life.church]

🙌 Wow, thank you for sharing this! Lord Jesus, we thank you for this child's resolve and determination to keep going with you and not giving up. Please work in their circumstances and even in their trials to strengthen them, help them to connect with you in deep ways, and trust you to keep working. Please bring just the right job along for them. Please work things out for good very soon. Amen.

[@wanderer44-xr5si]

1) Stop worrying because there is no need to worry (and it doesn’t change anything). Philippians 4:6-7 says '6 Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7 And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.’ 2) Talk to God about it. Confess that you have been worried and ask him to help you let go. Thank Him for helping you let go, for His perfect will and His perfect peace. Pray that He will have His will in your life and in any situation. 3) Trust that God is going to carry you challenging times and receive His perfect peace. Isaiah 26:3 says ‘You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you.’ 4) Spend time with Him in His word and in prayer and you will be drawn closer to him. God will give you His perfect peace and all you need to do is receive it. God is unchanging, he is there yesterday, today and tomorrow. GOD LOVES YOU and He is a GOOD GOD. He wants the absolute best for you and there is no challenge that he can’t defeat. So please dont give up. No matter how bad things get, God will always help you through it. Even though things are tough right now, I encourage you to just start spending time alone with God, just telling Him how you feel, and what you are going through. Open the bible, and read a few chapters, so that it can speak to your heart. Draw close to God again, and He will draw close to you. Start to develop that relationship, and lay your burdens down at the cross. He hasnt forgotten about you, and I know He has a plan for your situation. Surrender everything to Him, put your trust back in Him, and you are going to start seeing a change. He cares for you and has a special purpose for you. It may not seem like it now, but you watch Him start working in your life. Will keep you in my prayers, Be blessed

[@hellogil4853]

Amen this was soo powerful ❤

[@lisanakkula4539]

Wow! Thank you, Lord, I needed to hear this❤❤❤

[@life.church]

❤️

[@leighannemathis103]

Yes, Jesus. I surrender my life to you

[@life.church]

We’re so excited for you, @leighannemathis103! Choosing to follow Jesus is the best decision you will ever make. Let us know about your decision here by going to go2.lc/youtubesalvation We want to celebrate this decision with you as well as answer questions you may have about your next steps as you begin your relationship with God. We’d also love to invite you to Life.Church Online! 90+ services are available throughout the week, so you’ll always be able to find a time that fits your schedule. During services, we have live Host Team Leaders who can answer questions, pray for you, and chat one-on-one. We hope to see you there! live.life.church - Jenni

[@dustyedge8170]

Congrats on the greatest decision of your life 🎉 🙏🏻❤️

[@life.church]

❤️

[@pbj5809]

Such a solid young pastor. We need pastors like him for the future of Christianity. Congrats Pastor Craig and Amy, for having this addition to your family. ❤

[@life.church]

🙏❤️

[@penelopeadlebury]

Amazing sermon! He’s amazing ✨

[@ChristianPreacher-777]

"Be still, and know that I am God." - Psalm 46:10

[@MelanieMartin-d8n]

Good point. Period!👌👌👌

[@marylouhixson2423]

Awesome message! Love every bit of it! Thank you! ❤

[@MelanieMartin-d8n]

As we're weary, how do we respond with obedience...if we don't know how?😶‍🌫️😶‍🌫️😶‍🌫️😤

[@396me]

Great message

[@marymckenna1936]

Amen brother

[@amandaleal8846]

Yesss lord i need ur grace

[@jaymo9085]

James did a great job.

[@life.church]

❤️

[@jurgenvisser299]

Loved this message

[@Pam29599]

Thank you Jesus- you knew I needed to hear this today- praise your holy name! 🙏🏻 Amen

[@life.church]

Amen! Isn't it awesome when Jesus works this way? ❤️

[@chicchica44]

Powerful message and timely too!

[@upschutt4842]

Thank you for continuing to stand with me for my breakthrough. God is working at it, and I am longing to see it all in the flesh.

[@MelanieMartin-d8n]

Look, what do we mean by the problem with perfectionism? Help💮🏵️💮🏵️💮🏵️

[@jeanpaultwarayisenze7520]

Amen 🙏

[@canatutuuuuuu]

I say YES to JESUS

[@life.church]

We’re so excited for you, @canatutuuuuuu! Choosing to follow Jesus is the best decision you will ever make. Let us know about your decision here by going to go2.lc/youtubesalvation We want to celebrate this decision with you as well as answer questions you may have about your next steps as you begin your relationship with God. We’d also love to invite you to Life.Church Online! 90+ services are available throughout the week, so you’ll always be able to find a time that fits your schedule. During services, we have live Host Team Leaders who can answer questions, pray for you, and chat one-on-one. We hope to see you there! live.life.church - Jenni

[@TanDHend]

I cannot wait to give my life to Jesus Christ on November 1st in life church at 11:30am.

[@life.church]

Why wait?

[@wanderer44-xr5si]

You can surrender your life to the Lord wherever you are. All you have to do is simply humble your heart and pray with faith, I repent of my sins, and I turn to You. You said in Your word that if we confess with our mouth the Lord Jesus, and believe in our hearts that God raised Him from the dead, we shall be saved. I ask You Father to forgive me of all my sins, and ask You to fill me with the Holy Spirit. Take control of my life. From this day forward, I will live for you.. Its not about the words, its about your heart. God knows your heart, and if you are sincere, He will respond....And once you have received salvation, you can talk to the Holy Spirit throughout the day. Especially when temptations come. Ask the Holy Spirit to remove it from your mind, and it will flee. You just need to have faith and put 100% trust in Him, and then you will get help from God. Draw close to God, and He will draw close to you. I pray it helps, and you find what you truly need with Jesus. He did it for me, and I know He will do it for you. Its the most important decision of your life. Dont wait! Today is the day of salvation. We never know when our time is up. I will pray for you. Dont give up! Pour out your heart and He will respond. You are special to Jesus. He has a special purpose for you. Be blessed

[@life.church]

Amen!

[@shanighowe43]

Amen🙏💙🙏

[@tabithamarjerrison]

Yes

[@Delbert-go5km]

My Dad was a fighter to he tried his best.

[@life.church]

❤️

[@jordanblakemckee]

amen

[@life.church]

💛

[@kristendiaz2473]

Yes to Grace 🙌🏽🤍

[@life.church]

❤️ Amen!

[@ronalddaniel3183]

Amen

[@MelanieMartin-d8n]

@@ronalddaniel3183 what is perfectionism?🙎🙎🙎

[@shanighowe43]

JESUS forgive me for all my sins and help me to be closer to you , I feel I have not been the person I want to be lately I got to much stress and worries I take things out on the ones I love and I want forgiveness please.Amen💙🙏💙

[@life.church]

God, we lift up We pray that they will experience Your presence in a new way today. Help set their heart upon You and Your Word! May You guide their path towards You, Lord, while deepening their relationship with You. Fill their mind with Your thoughts and ways, and provide community that strengthens their resolve towards You. Renew their mind and fill them with the Holy Spirit for wisdom and discernment to grant understanding of Your nature and character. In Jesus’ name, Amen. Check out Finds.Life for all kinds of support and resources that will help you grow spiritually. You can start your search here: finds.life.church/tag/spiritual-growth/ Tamala-Psalms 37:3 Trust God & Do Good

[@wanderer44-xr5si]

Have you been spending intimate time daily in prayer and the word, developing a relationship with Jesus? Just talking to Him like a friend, telling Him about your day, and how you feel? Have you been reading the word daily, even if its only a chapter or 2, inviting the Holy Spirit to read with you? Asking the Holy Spirit to help you understand, and to speak to you through scripture? Its essential. The Holy Spirit wants to fellowship with you. He lives inside you. You are not alone. The more time you spend talking to the Holy Spirit, the closer to the Lord you will get. And when you read the word, you will begin to see Him guiding you to scripture that you may need at that moment. It will become more enjoyable, and you will look forward to that time each day in prayer. That is what God desires with you. The more time you spend alone with God, and allow the Holy Spirit to teach you, the stronger you will become, and it will be much easier to avoid temptations when they come. You will not want to ruin that relationship that you have developed with Jesus. And when temptations come, capture them immediately, and ask the Holy Spirit to remove the desire in Jesus name. The longer you entertain it, the harder it will be to avoid. Run from it if you have to. But the key is the Holy Spirit. He is your teacher and helper. He will guide you to your purpose in Christ. But you must depend upon Him, and allow Him to change your heart. And that comes only through prayer and the word of God. God never turns His back on us. The Holy Spirit is the key. We can do nothing without Him. That is why God sends Him to live inside every believer upon salvation. He is the Gods seal, and your evidence you have been Born Again. We need to draw closer to God, and He will draw closer to us. Will keep you in my prayers. Dont give up, because He has a special purpose for you. Be blessed

[@khurrampervez8332]

AMEN 🙏 ❤

[@tywalker7847]

Jesus Christ In Heaven On High I will always say yes to You. Praise The Holy Trinity In Heaven, Hallelujah, may The Holy Trinity In Heaven bless you and keep you all, In The Name Of Jesus Christ In Heaven our LORD GOD, SON OF GOD, MESSIAH, AND MY PERSONAL SAVIOR LORD GOD SON OF GOD MESSIAH AND MY PERSONAL SAVIOR, i PRAY, AMEN!!!! ✝️❤️🙏

[@life.church]

Amen!

[@bronxrose5263]

Godnis always on time so I'm here to listen .. I'm new to troy ny. Glad i found yall

[@life.church]

We're glad you found us too! Welcome! We hope you can join us again next week! -- Jenni

[@life.church]

@bronxrose5263, you can find the phone number for Life.church Albany here: www.life.church/albany/ I encourage you to call there and see if anyone might be available to offer transportation. -- Jenni

[@brianvaldes6521]

God I wish I knew if you were real but just in case you are I ask that you would read my heart and truly understand everything about me I’m saying this because I’m choosing to surrender everything to you I’m scared because I don’t trust you but I am truly from the bottom of my heart asking you to save me in this world and in enternity in Jesus name I leave it to you and trust you Amen

[@life.church]

Brian, my heart is touched by your prayer. I know God is reaching out to you today and He will show you He is real! Choosing to follow Jesus is the best decision you will ever make. Let us know about your decision here by going to go2.lc/youtubesalvation We want to celebrate this decision with you as well as answer questions you may have about your next steps as you begin your relationship with God. We’d also love to invite you to Life.Church Online! 90+ services are available throughout the week, so you’ll always be able to find a time that fits your schedule. During services, we have live Host Team Leaders who can answer questions, pray for you, and chat one-on-one. We hope to see you there! live.life.church - Jenni

[@curtisthornton6864]

I want Jesus to be my life I’m tired of feeling like I’m a failure please help me lord ❤

[@life.church]

God, we lift up We pray that they will experience Your presence in a new way today. Help set their heart upon You and Your Word! May You guide their path towards You, Lord, while deepening their relationship with You. Fill their mind with Your thoughts and ways, and provide community that strengthens their resolve towards You. Renew their mind and fill them with the Holy Spirit for wisdom and discernment to grant understanding of Your nature and character. In Jesus’ name, Amen. We’re praying for you, and we hope you see more and more how much God loves you and treasures you. If you’re looking for wisdom or resources from people who’ve experienced similar struggles, you can find those here: finds.life.church/tag/identity/ Tamala-Psalms 37:3 Trust God & Do Good

[@wanderer44-xr5si]

Have you been spending intimate time daily in prayer and the word, developing a relationship with Jesus? Just talking to Him like a friend, telling Him about your day, and how you feel? Have you been reading the word daily, even if its only a chapter or 2, inviting the Holy Spirit to read with you? Asking the Holy Spirit to help you understand, and to speak to you through scripture? Its essential. The Holy Spirit wants to fellowship with you. He lives inside you. You are not alone. The more time you spend talking to the Holy Spirit, the closer to the Lord you will get. And when you read the word, you will begin to see Him guiding you to scripture that you may need at that moment. It will become more enjoyable, and you will look forward to that time each day in prayer. That is what God desires with you. The more time you spend alone with God, and allow the Holy Spirit to teach you, the stronger you will become, and it will be much easier to avoid temptations when they come. You will not want to ruin that relationship that you have developed with Jesus. And when temptations come, capture them immediately, and ask the Holy Spirit to remove the desire in Jesus name. The longer you entertain it, the harder it will be to avoid. Run from it if you have to. But the key is the Holy Spirit. He is your teacher and helper. He will guide you to your purpose in Christ. But you must depend upon Him, and allow Him to change your heart. And that comes only through prayer and the word of God. God never turns His back on us. The Holy Spirit is the key. We can do nothing without Him. That is why God sends Him to live inside every believer upon salvation. He is the Gods seal, and your evidence you have been Born Again. We need to draw closer to God, and He will draw closer to us. Will keep you in my prayers. Dont give up, because He has a special purpose for you. Be blessed

[@life.church]

We’ve noticed you’ve been active in encouraging and caring for others on this platform. We would love to invite you to join our volunteer team! If you’re interested, you can get connected here: go2.lc/lcsm -

[@PriscillaGutierrez-y5s]

❤

[@StevenWater298]

Romans 3 : 23

[@samuelmushindi8840]

❤❤❤

[@MelanieMartin-d8n]

Rest in Jesus, because for His yoke is easy....period!🙂‍↕️🙂‍↕️🙂‍↕️

[@fredmcmurray6308]

There is no fear when death is gain

[@IseetheGloryofKingdom]

True but only Christ Jesus knows when we are ready to go Home to Him.

[@MelanieMartin-d8n]

​@@IseetheGloryofKingdomIndeed, pal.🎇🎇⏺️⏺️

[@Bandsuniversity]

What’s the preachers name? Where can I listen to more of him? Really like his perspective

[@life.church]

This is Pastor Craig's son in law. You would have to go to that church to hear him. I believe he is the Youth pastor there.

[@artemwings1066]

I am having difficulty listening to this preaching, I am an independent person in some areas. I don't really like asking for help unless work work-related. I am struggling with intrusive thoughts or let's say evil thoughts even though I don't like it. I recognize that I need God's help there are times I want to pursue happiness because I am always walking on eggshells, and have to be considerate to the point of not thinking how about me. Am I not important? Why do I always have to do things I never want to do, when I was a child I had no choice, I mean no, I was naive. Now I am a grown-up because I don't have money or a car. I want to be happy, I want to pursue my dreams, I want to have balls, I HAVE HOBBIES/LEISURES. I pray and believe that I need Jesus but I feel pressured listening to this every Sunday. Just sharing. I need grace and repent from my sins, I want to treat people right with my mind, I am judgmental because I experience bullying, and I don't know who to trust except the people closest to me.

[@life.church]

@artemwings1066, I can tell you with confidence that God is here with you, and He knows all your conflicting thoughts and feelings. He always holds the answers. I don't have things all figured out, but I know He does. I don't think you're alone with wanting things for yourself and wanting to be independent. I think we all struggle with that. Lord Jesus, you have all power and authority. Please block these intrusive thoughts from bothering and hindering this child from coming to you. Please help them to be honest with you about their struggles and feelings, just as they have done here in this comment. Turn their mind and their heart to you more and more each day. Teach them your way and your truth. We thank you that you know them and you love them so much! In your powerful name, Amen.

[@wanderer44-xr5si]

Do you have a relationship wit the Lord? Are you spending time in prayer, getting to know Him personally, and developing a relationship? Are you reading the word, asking the Holy Spirit for understanding, so you can build a strong foundation. Its essential. If you are not doing these things, then the enemy is going to take advantage, and start controlling your mind. If you possess the Holy Spirit, then allow Him to take control. If the Holy Spirit controls someone’s mind, it will lead to life and peace. “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control. Against such there is no law” (Galatians 5:22). Without the Holy Spirit we can do nothing. He is the key. We must have the Holy Spirit to be saved. Just pray, Holy Spirit, I yield my mind to your total control. I will not be controlled by my sinful nature; The Holy Spirit inside me shall continue to control my mind. I am not carnally minded; I am spiritually-minded. I won’t copy the behavior and customs of this world but allow God to transform me into a new person by changing the way I think in Jesus’ name. Be blessed

[@life.church]

Amen! We’ve noticed you’ve been active in encouraging and caring for others on this platform. We would love to invite you to join our volunteer team! If you’re interested, you can get connected here: go2.lc/lcsm - Jenni

[@moblie23401]

God is good 🙌🏽🥹

[@MelanieMartin-d8n]

@@moblie23401 I'm giving my life to Christ, and that's all that matters...period!❄️❄️🌄🌄

[@pohyokelo]

I am confused . Listened ... but i cannot find any Bible verse that says perfection is a promise. What Bible verse says that?

[@life.church]

You are never going to be perfect, nor does it say that in the Bible. The only perfect one is God.

[@Trandyp]

Why is he yelling? But great message

[@life.church]

Sometimes we get overly passionate about God's Word. :)

[@MelanieMartin-d8n]

I need prayers for my life. But why aren't we perfect?🐉🐽🐉🐽🐉🐽

[@conniehalloran5066]

Because of sin

[@SalsaSippin_]

You haven't received the Holy Ghost.

[@Judith975]

⁠@@SalsaSippin_when you receive the Holy Spirit doesn’t not mean you are instantly perfect. You are a work in progress. You have still a free will.. you are still falling short. In the bible it says if you say you are without sin you are fooling yourself. You receive the Holy Spirit that very moment you put your faith in Jesus Christ. Doesn’t mean you will never sin anymore but you will hate it if you give into it. But remember God is faithful and if you confess your sins to Him He will forgive you.

[@life.church]

Amen!

[@BenCalitz]

¿?

[@life.church]

What's your question Ben?

[@denonjoka8848]

Hawayu Life Church *& Gud Blessful Monday Afternoon 2 Yu Life Church Where I Appreciate Switch Youth Pst. James Meehan 4 This Powerful, Blessful Deep Sermon on "The Problem With Perfectionism!"Where I Have Learnt That Perfection Is Not a Prize 2 Achieve But a Promise 2 Receive & Even That How Do We Partner With God In His Plans 2 Make Us Perfect ? Which are:- 1. Remove Our Pride 4 God Despises The Proud & Gives Grace 2 The Humble Written In James 4:6, 2. Receive His Grace Because We've Been Saved By Grace Thru Faith & It's Not Our Own That We Should Boast 4 Salvation Is The Gift of God Written In Ephesians 2:8 & 3. Respond With Obedience Where Switch Youth Pst. James Meehan Has Blessed Me With This Powerful, Blessful Deep Sermon Thru The Biblical Chapters of Matthew 5:48 & Matthew 11:28-30 Which Says That We Must Be Perfect Just As Our Father In Heaven Is Perfect & Come All Ye Who Labor & Are Heavenly Laden & He Will Gives Us Rest 4 What Switch Youth Pst. James Meehan Has Said Is Veryyyyyy, Veryyyyyy Tru That Pride Always Leads 2 Shame Because God Desoises The Proud & Gives Grace 2 The Humble* & God Bless Yu Switch Youth Pst. James Meehan, Pst. Craig Groeschel & Life Church So Veryyyyyy, Veryyyyyy Much.🙏🏿🙏🏿🕊️🕊️🕊️

[@MelanieMartin-d8n]

That's why nobody's expects you to be P-E-R-F-E-C-T...period!🌼🍀🌼🍀🌼☘️

[@shanighowe43]

Amen