Unrealistic Expectations Lead To Disappointment
Friday October 27, 2017
Unrealistic expectations lead to disappointment and if we aren’t careful, may also lead to relapse. Recovery is a journey not an event. It takes time to sort out the difficulties that led to our addiction and the problems we subsequently caused. We need to work hard but realize that problem areas will still be visible while we are in the process of change.
I am certain that God, who began the good work within you, will continue his work until it is finally finished on the day when Christ Jesus returns. (Philippians 1:6 NLT)
One unrealistic expectation we may have to deal with is the speed we want our loved ones to build their level of trust in us again. We let numerous people down many times in our addiction. We know the changes we are making but our loved ones need time to observe how we handle the challenges we face and see us remain strong. They need time to learn how to safely journey with us again. As we trust God to work in us, we can also bless our loved ones and trust that God will work in them too.
For I am about to do something new. See, I have already begun! Do you not see it? I will make a pathway through the wilderness. I will create rivers in the dry wasteland. (Isaiah 43:19 NLT)
It’s unrealistic to think we won’t feel vulnerable as we seek to maintain our sobriety and repair our relationships. God is aware of all we face. He wants to care for us and give us peace. As we bring our worries and anxiety to God in prayer we will settle down and begin to trust Him as we see Him do what He says He will.
Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done. Then you will experience God’s peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus. (Philippians 4:6-7 NLT)
Prayer: Heavenly Father, Thank you for my sobriety and the rebuilding that is taking place in many areas of my life. Help me to be patient as You continue Your work to perfect that which concerns me. Amen
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