"Do not lose courage, then,
if you feel inadequate and incapable
of doing what is expected of you."
-St. Angela Merici

I had a disagreement with a friend today, and I felt inadequate in explaining my opinion and uncomfortable in presenting the reason why I was choosing a specific course of action. My friend was disappointed in my decision. Even though I was certain of my rightness, I was so concerned I would offend that, for a few moments, I was tempted to acquiesce to my friend's wishes. I almost rescinded my decision. How wrong that would have been. For my momentary comfort in placating a friend, I might have opened myself, my friend, and others to harm.

Of course it is possible that my decision and actions are of no consequence and will cause neither joy nor sorrow; however, I cannot trust in being so insignificant, no matter how much it might be desired.

Strength and stubbornness are very different traits. I know that many times the trait people say I possess is only determined by the side of the table on which I am sitting. I can look into a mirror and judge myself. Can I look at the stars and see how God judges me?