Monday Motivation | Perfect Isn’t the Assignment — Presence Is
Every December, the pressure to make everything perfect — the lights, the gifts, the house — builds until joy quietly slips away.
But what if God never asked for perfect?
What if the real calling this Christmas is simply to be present?
In this week’s Monday Motivation, DJ Smith reminds us that perfection never loves you back — but presence does. The peace of the season isn’t found in flawless décor or perfectly planned gatherings. It’s found in slowing down, showing up, and recognizing God’s presence in the ordinary.
💡 In this episode, you’ll discover:
Why chasing perfection leads to burnout instead of joy
How Jesus’ birth shows that God moves powerfully in imperfect places
How to let go of the expectations that steal peace
4 questions to help you realign your focus this Christmas
Why presence over perfection is the true meaning of the season
📖 Scriptures Referenced:
Luke 2:7
🎁 3 Simple Truths for a Peaceful Christmas:
1️⃣ Perfect isn’t the assignment — presence is.
→ Your family doesn’t need perfect décor. They need your attention.
2️⃣ God shows up in imperfect places.
→ Jesus was born in a manger — not a palace. God’s glory shines brightest in humility.
3️⃣ Peace isn’t found in getting it all done — it’s found in being still.
→ “Be still and know that I am God.” – Psalm 46:10
💬 Reflection Questions:
What pressures am I carrying that God never asked me to carry?
What am I trying to perfect that doesn’t actually matter?
Who needs my attention more than my decorations?
How can I make space for God’s presence this week?