Excellence

God sets the standard for excellence.  His creation is marvelously complex and amazingly beautiful.  No artist could ever paint a picture that rivals one of His real-life sunsets! He initiated excellence, and He calls us to pursue it in our own life.  When we do, others get a glimpse of His character and will be inspired to pursue excellence in themselves.

Lord,
If ever I'm unsure what excellence looks like in this life, remind me of Hebrews 12:2, which says to fix my eyes on you, the author and perfecter of my faith.  May I model myself after you, working to reflect your character and accomplish your will.  When I do shoddy work, it's often because I feel apathetic.  Teach me always to do my best with the tasks before me.  May I be committed to doing things the right way and helping others to the best of my ability.  Amen.

"By His divine power, God has given us everything we need for living a godly life.  We have received all of this by coming to know him, the one who called us to himself by means of his marvelous glory and excellence." 2 Peter 1:3