Erin and I purchased a house built in 1922. Since we have bought the house many things have been done to it to improve the aesthetics, livability, personal preference, etc. Throughout the process I have said a number of times, we should be taking before and after pictures. This is so we can see how far we have come and how much “better” the house is now.
Hopefully, we are in a constant state of renovating our self. We should be working to improve how we behave and to accomplish things in our life. Stewarding our time and money biblically is a good place to start. Throughout this process we should use tools such as scripture, books, and people to help mold us into the person we want to be.
So, is it important to have “pictures” of where we were and where we are now to remind us of our growth? I think so. How do we do that. Maybe journaling and being able to look back at how we have changed. Maybe talking to a close friend or mentor. This seems important in making sure we stay on the right track.
In closing, we should always be renovating ourselves. We are never fully there. C.S. Lewis once said, “there is no greater sign of confirmed pride than when one thinks they are humble, enough.” I see that applying in all parts of our life. To help us see where we are in that journey we should have an accountability partner or mentor.
Pick up your tools and renovate.
You are so right about this. Sometimes I can do some renovating by myself, and sometimes I need to ask for help from somebody who knows more than me.