Share your struggles. They dont define you.

 Hebrews 2:18 “Because He Himself suffered when He was tempted, He is able to help those who are being tempted.”

One of my very successful friends said to me, “I never boast about my accomplishments, I share my failures. This helps me connect with people, we all have failure in common.”   He said that 30 years ago and still I ponder his words.   When we share how we have suffered, held up or fell to temptation as common ground, it can be of profound help.    AA is built on this very concept.  I used to try to hide my flaws.  I thought no one could see them if I kept them hidden.   What we keep a secret keeps us sick.   Our sins and struggles don’t define us the righteousness of Jesus Christ defines us!!  Don’t be afraid to share your sufferings and temptations they do not define  you, they are just part of your journey.   Being transparent with others, builds intimacy; in it we can help each other.    This doesn’t mean continuously emotionally puking on people it means sharing common struggles to help each other through.