Excuses?

"It's impossible."

All things are possible (Luke 18:27).

"I'm too tired."

I will give you rest (Matt. 11:28-30).

"Nobody really loves me."

I love you (John 3:16; 13:34).

"I can't go on."

My grace is sufficient" (2 Cor. 12:9; Ps. 91:15).

"I can't figure things out."

I will direct your steps (Prow 3:5-6).

"I can't do it."

You can do all things (Phil. 4:13).

"I'm not able."

I am able (2 Cor. 9:8)

"It's not worth it."

It will be worth it (Rom. 8:28).

"I can't forgive myself."

I forgive you (1 John 1:9; Rom. 8:1).

"I can't manage."

I will supply all your needs (Phil. 4:19).

"I'm afraid."

I have not given you a spirit of fear (2 Tim. 1:7).

"I'm always worried and frustrated." Cast all your cares on Me (2 Pet. 5:7).

"I don't have enough faith."

I've given everyone a measure of faith (Rom. 12:3).

"I'm not smart enough."

I give you wisdom (1 Cor. 1:30).

—Russ White