Chasing perfection, a fool but I'm aiming
I'm running the race by my strength but it's waning
Is Your grace not enough? What on earth am I gaining?
By chasing perfection, when I know I am failing
I've always heard it said, to stand on You in strength
But my heart is in my hands, and I'm standing at the brink
I can see You reaching out, Your promises are near
But I struggle to let go, it seems help is what I fear
I keep trying on my own, though I know that's not the way
Because Your grace should be enough, but it's more then I can take
Why am I trying to prove myself? When my soul relies on You?
My sins are already covered, Your love has paid my dues
Yet here I find myself, it's the same everyday,
Trying for perfect in my own way
Chasing perfection, a fool but I'm aiming
I'm running the race by my strength but it's waning
Is Your grace not enough? What on earth am I gaining?
By chasing perfection, when I know I am failing
I've always heard it said, to rely on Your grace
And there's weakness in my bones, and I cannot show my face
I know I'm not saved by works, but I find myself trying
To please You with acts, yet inside I am dying
My sins have been forgiven, I'm saved through You alone
Still I'm weighted by my guilt, and I'm trying to atone
I feel as if You turn away from my shame,
But the turning one is me, only I am to blame
Yet here I find myself, it's the same everyday,
Trying for perfect in my own way
Chasing perfection, a fool but I'm aiming
I'm running the race by my strength but it's waning
Is Your grace not enough? What on earth am I gaining?
By chasing perfection, when I know I am failing
by Bethany Jessome
2019
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