Walk with God
We develop a "have to" mentality toward life rather than I "want to". We settle for legalism rather than grace. We miss Christ's joy and peace in our pursuit of human approval and applause.
Worst of all, we may persist in viewing God as an aloof and distant judge, holding up a scorecard to rate our every attempt to please Him, rather than seeing Him as He truly is - a loving Father on bended knee with hands outstretched and a smile as big as eternity. Praising our every step. Picking us up when we stumble. Helping us walk while He teaches us how to run.Ready with the acceptance and approval we have been killing ourselves to obtain on our own.
J. Weaver " Having a Mary Spirit"