Twenty Things I’d Like To Tell the 20-Year-Old Me
“For we are God’s masterpiece.” Ephesians 2:10a (NLT)
1. No one cares about your hair, you shouldn’t either.
2. Dance to your own beat, sing off key, wear what you want. Embrace who your really are.
3. Don’t take yourself so seriously.
4. You can’t be perfect so stop trying.
5. Talk to yourself as gently as you do to others.
“I can do all this through Him who gives me strength.” Philippians 4:13 (NIV)
6. Don’t let fear keep you from seeking adventure
7. Try new things even if you fail at them. That’s called learning.
8. Go with the flow. You can’t control everything.
9. Rock the boat sometimes.
10. Hard times will knock you off course. You will make it through.
“Do not 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)
11. Be content where you are instead of worrying about where you’re going.
12. Happiness comes and goes but joy in the Lord can always be found.
13. Read your Bible and pray a lot more.
14. You don’t have to do it all on your own. It’s OK to ask for help.
15. Even when it’s not easy, forgive others and forgive yourself.
“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. Romans 8:28 (NIV)
16. It is OK not to fit in.
17. Never underestimate the gift of friendship.
18. Stop looking so hard. Love will find you when you least expect it.
19. You’ll be amazed at how the bad experiences in your life will be used for good.
20. Trust God. (Even when it’s hard) He has great plans for you!
To the 63-Year-Old Me: Don’t just read the above, live them!
“I will praise your mighty deeds, O Sovereign LORD. I will tell everyone that you alone are just. O God, you have taught me from my earliest childhood, and I constantly tell others about the wonderful things you do. Now that I am old and gray, do not abandon me, O God. Let me proclaim your power to this new generation, your mighty miracles to all who come after me.”
Psalm 71:16-18 (NLT)
P.S. These twenty things are for you, too!
these are great tips that we should all remember and live by at every age. I think if I told my 20 year self this, she’d ask why I don’t live it myself! 😀 fmf#19
Cindy, I love these thoughts. And the reminder to remember them yourself – so many times I forget that what I write is for me as much as anyone.
Thanks for sharing
Your FMF neighbour, at #25 this week.
It’s funny Kath, I think just about everything I write is a lesson I need or a reminder for something I should know but have forgotten or not applied to my life. I’m always amazed when it resonates with someone else. I credit the Holy Spirit at work! Thank you so much for stopping in. I really appreciate it!
Wonderful points to remember always, yes? 🙂 FMF #32
Yes, always Mitzy! The trick for me is living them! Thank you for taking your time to comment. It means a lot to me!
Cindy I love this. Your pictures are beautiful. I’ve often thought about what I would tell my younger self.
FMF #28
You are so kind Paula! I thought I’d have a hard time coming up with 20 but they came pretty easily and I could have written more. I do wish I’d known these back then! I appreciate you!
Why do we try so hard to be someone else? That job is already taken.
It’s much better to be who God created us to be.
Oops….forgot to add FMF 3
A lesson I’m still learning, Barb. I am a slow learner. Thanks so much for stopping in!
Absolutely awesome! This is a creative and thoughtful use of the ‘twenty’ prompt. ❤️
Thanks Jane! It was a good challenge for me! I always appreciate you taking time to comment.