After reading today’s psalm, use the guiding content below to help you reflect, respond, and engage with one another.
This song is a reminder of where our help comes from, not only in protection from physical harm, but in the face of scorn, contempt, and pride. The song prompts the singer to hope in God’s favor no matter what the journey brings.
- What voices of scorn and contempt exist in your life? How do they distract you from following God?
- How could you look to God in those areas?
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My family went through a difficult season filled with voices of scorn and contempt. It’s hard not to let it affect you and bring you down. Thankful for God’s grace and that His voice & truth drown out the noise.
This psalm speaks volumes to me especially, verses 1 and 2; the first two verses remind me of my need for the Lord — I can’t think of a time when I really didn’t need His help (that is, His wisdom and intervention). I’m grateful for His faithfulness — he never fails to bringme through the trial.
self doubt in my worth and overthinking.
There are a lot of the times that the voices of contempt are my own, in my head. Telling me that I am not a good mother, I am not a good Christian, that I am a sinner and God will never truly love me. It’s the reason I feared and stayed away from God for so long in my life. In those times I know it’s the Devil trying to take me off my path and away from God. I turn to God for the answers and for the reaffirmation that I am good enough and that no matter what he will never leave me or forsake me
Moments when I argue with my parents. Theres moments of scorn that I feel when we put each other down in situations and it hurts a lot sometimes. Lord I just pray for peace over my heart and parents hearts when we go through little arguments that put each other down and moments where we think we are worthless due to the argument lord. Just pray for protection over my heart and my parents hearts to bring us closer together in those moments.
Much of the world is infiltrating parts of our life it shouldn’t. We are bombarded by the scorn & contempt (disrespect) all day long. Im focusing on being the genuine woman I believe God wants of me. My best gift is talking to those around me – ask a question, give a compliment, say a genuine thanks.
I am currently going through life with a man who is a mamas boy, and a monster in law who doesn’t like me. I’m always trying to please everyone else instead of pleasing God. I also scorn myself a lot because I am an over thinker and a perfectionist. I have kids and always think I’m doing a terrible job being a mom or I could be better but in reality my kids think I’m amazing.
Social media is a huge source of discontentment for me. The symptom of that is that I tend to critique myself, the things I have, etc. when I have those feelings, I want to start to look to God and ask him what he thinks about me, instead.
I get overwhelmed with the rhetoric that comes from politics, the atrocities of society, and on problems too big for me. It’s difficult to keep temperate as I take in the pain and suffering all around me. I know God doesn’t intend for me to live this way and He has the mercy enough to take care of all of it without me holding it all in my own head.
I myself am my own biggest critic and I over think and I need to remember that not everything is in my control and that there is a bigger plan for me and everyone
Like many of these comments, I feel that the voices of scorn and contempt are definitely my own. I am very hard on myself, but I think most of this probably come from spiritual warfare. I do need to seek God and His voice more, and I’m working on that.
The voices of scorn and contempt are my own. The way past that I am certain is getting louder with what god says of me. Admittedly it can be hard when the other is so loud and constant.
I had a boss that really didn’t like me, and now is spreading lies about me and is actively trying to ruin my career. I ended up having to leave my last position because she fed lies into my coworkers, and they prevented me from doing my job and moving up in the company. I have to lean on the Lord for justice instead of looking for revenge. I just signed an offer for my dream job! The Lord is good!
I came on here to comment that, after reflection, scorn and contempt come mostly from myself. I have read that so many of you feel the same, which (although sad) is somewhat reassuring that it’s not just me!
I need to remember God’s truth and not believe the lies!
For me it is the voices of scorn that exists in my life. I have felt this way because my son’s father and my ex would talk down to me. I finally realized that God had someone for me that will treat me like the Proverbs 31 Woman. I am so thankful to God for scripture that has revealed that He knew me before I was formed in my mother’s womb and He created me in His image. These have been so comforting to me. Also, that I am a child of the Most High God!
My loudest voice of scorn comes from my own head. I am my own worst critic. I have to ask God repeatedly who I am and what I am to Him. He reminds me that I am loved and I am a child of the one true God.
I have a grandmother who is not a believer. She is 88 years old and will comment on my posts about God and my faith with scornful comments. I make it a point to always respond with humility, grace, and love. I pray every night for her salvation!
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It’s the pride in my own life that always bring the scorn and contempt. I love the notion of looking to God as a servant to her master waiting for mercy.
Dear Shes. On the self doubt & recrimination & scorn far too many of us confess…May we call the crapola for what it is!! May we have courage. May we have confidence. May we remember He alone has conquered the world. And as Apostle Paul admonished…put on the full armor of faithfulness to Him. Thanks be to God!
Amen!
Amen Gwineth52
The voices of scorn, contempt and pride that exist in my life is mostly mine. I try hard to be the perfect everything, (Christ follower, wife, mother, sister, daughter, friend) because I’m the type of person that NEEDS someone’s approval and when I fail at one of those things I let the enemy and his lies seep into my mind and heart. And then I’m back into the mindset of “what’s the point” and my relationship with the Lord and everyone else suffers. It seems to be a continuous cycle for me. Lord help me know that you don’t expect me to be perfect, but you do expect me to surrender that need of approval and the need to be perfect to you. Help me know in my heart who YOU say I am and let that be MORE than enough for me, Lord. I know in my heart it’s enough, but let my mind believe it. Thank you, Father for your mercy and grace. Thank you for loving me even when I feel unlovable.
Couldn’t have said this better myself!
The voices of scorn, contempt and pride that exist in my life are mainly mine. I try hard to be the perfect everything (Christ follower, wife, mother, sister, daughter, friend) and when I fail
What voices of scorn and contempt exist in your life?
Unfortunately, the voices of scorn comes from within me. Anxiety, depressive thoughts, and in general a constant criticism of my actions are all things that swirl in my mind daily. But I know that I’m not alone in my struggles both Spiritually and here on earth.
How do they distract you from following God?
I think my mind goes with the easiest and quickest solution which is distracting with food, social media, and anything else that can stop me from obsessing over the nonsense my brain comes up with. But these are always bandaids and not an actual solution. Solutions take time and work.
How could you look to God in those areas?
Continuing to read, learn, and understand the Word. The more I understand the more I’m able to refocus on the good and healthy ways to break out of downward/self-destructive mental health cycles.
Any ladies that are interested look up Songs of Ascent by Poor Bishop Hopper and they have all these Psalms to song, they are lovely
Thank you!!!
Thank you so much!
This is a beautiful psalm, but the prompting questions are so deep that they can excavate a system of demonic roots within us. Thank you SRT team (editors, tech and all), you are amazing!! The voice of scorn, contempt and pride is just so destructive and extremely demonic. We need to learn to discern and silence them in our mind by speaking God’s words over them. They do not come from God, God is long-suffering toward us, humble and kind, always endures our waywardness, rebellion episodes, our honest mistakes and foolishness, all manners of limitations (1 Corinthians 13:7). The voice of scorn in my life was so strong, coming from my in-laws, my mother, and recently from my father, and needless to say my workplace. The criticism ,“not-good-enough”, even threats were either explicit or indirect. The damage was significant. I wondered how I made it through (GOD takes all the glory). I struggled the most with my mom and her words, her critiques toward my kids and parenting. Children/grown up children tend to internalize their mom’s words and opinions of them, I know I do. I am thankful to my dear friend who counselled me, and told me this, “honoring your parents does not mean you must do everything they told you to”, she helped me to draw a line and I could never forget that advice. I struggled for a long while learning to honor my parents while building healthy boundaries with them, learning not to care so much. Some boundaries I built were trespassed and looked on as rebellion, but I persisted. “Tearing down must happen before building up” (Ecclesiastes 3:3), the Lord emphasized this clearly, but it was so so hard to do this with my parents. I grieved the “break up” with them, for years I felt like an orphan with so many struggles raising three young kids, finance issues, husband in the army and his mental ups and downs, running a household and trying to keep my full time job so we could have health insurance for the kids. I trusted God but yet to see. I waited. In God’s time, things are made beautiful. Fast forward to now, the relationships with my parents have been restored and I couldn’t be happier. God gave me some relief, and the rest He provided is sweet. To God be all the glory. Be blessed dear sisters.
I just love this and I needed to hear these things. I’m where you were prior to setting boundaries. I’ve recently been growing my relationship with God and things are becoming much more clear. As I learn to lean on God and memorize scripture, I’ll be able to speak God’s words over all my insecurities. Thank you for sharing your story.
@Mercy, loved your testimony. Thank you for sharing.
Wow I looked up the definitions of both scorn and contempt to get more of what is was and from very early on I had a family member constantly call me worthless and belittle me and it just has followed me all the days of my life and trying to believe I am worthy I am enough is just soooo hard. I am now 37 a mom of 3 and wife and its sometimes when I feel like I messed up or am not the perfect mom or wife i feel like I’ve somehow failed but i know that is such a lie!!
The voices that scorn and contempt in my life currently I’m so hard on myself when things don’t work out the way I vision it to. It’s mentally draining. Friendships, relationships. Even if I’m not the one in the wrong but I been trying to just having more faith and understanding that God has a plan for me and I’m on his timing.
The voices of scorn and contempt in my life exist as my mother, my sister, and my inner critic. They distract me from following God by telling me lies about what I should do and what my worth is. I could look to God in those areas by acknowledging that at times what they have to say are lies and putting boundaries in place in accordance with God’s truth.
I beat myself up every time I make a mistake. If it’s big enough then my day is ruined. I secretly strive for perfection and laziness.
I’m supposed to either let it go or fix it, but sometimes it feels wrong. My expectations are set by society so that I can be like everyone else.
My eyes need to be on Jesus and not on others or things of this world!
I’m hesitant to write this, but it is where I have felt scorn and contempt. It started when I met my husband. I was a single mom working hard and received much support and respect from others. That changed from some of my closest friends when I met my husband. He has worked very hard and God blessed him with a very intelligent mind. So he has been very successful in the worlds view. We are hated for it. It doesn’t matter what we do with what we’ve been given. Envy is very real. I had a very good friend tell some of them, “if they want to be jealous of me they need to be jealous of my whole package.” I’m sure none of them would want to lose a child. To have had that diagnosis of such a rare illness. I have prayed and reached out to some over the years. I mostly feel at peace with it now. I know I am a child of God’s. That His view of me is the most important. I pray to bring my eyes back up on him when I let those old feelings in. I’m so thankful for the peace God gives me. Today and everyday.
Traci G, thank you for sharing. I sense the vulnerability of you sharing. The Lord says our struggles are not uncommon, others have been in your shoes. I pray God keeps in your life the true friends that support you for who you are ❤️ we support you here!
Thank you Michelle!
Hallelujah for that very good friend! ❤ Such a wise, very wise challenge to the guilty parties!
I see I’m not alone in the voices of scorn and contempt coming from myself. I know I do and say things that rub people the wrong way, and I can see their reactions that then lead me down another spiral of self contempt and shame. I pray that I can draw close to Him- He does not want us living with scorn, contempt or shame. He is so good!
I just love the honesty of the Psalmist… “we’ve had more than enough contempt”… boy don’t we all feel that way? ENOUGH!! MORE than enough already!! How often I’ve felt that way…until I read a news article about someone who’s been thru hell on earth, and then I realize I’ve had it pretty easy most of the time. But our struggles are real, and God knows it, and He wants us to come to Him with honesty, like we would a best friend. Asking God for favor is our right as an heir of His kingdom. Father, give all of us She’s favor in our homes, our jobs, our communities, our finances, our health.
The scorn and contempt will come but if I kept my eyes on Jesus, He always is there for me! He is faithful.
The voices I hear is “Why didn’t you finish college? Look at you….people way younger than you make more and well educated.” This doesn’t distract me from following My Jesus, but do feel down about myself especially since I don’t know what retirement is going to look like. I’m also glad (and sometimes sad) NO ONE has seen my room where I sleep as its FAR from pretty. My sweet friend Gretchen gave me a bed a couple of years back, which I appreciated SO much! I remind myself, “I am safe” “I am and will be OK!” “I may not have everything, BUT I have everything I need.” Even though sometimes I feel sad and ashamed, MY JESUS does NOT feel like that about me. Happy Thursday sweet sweet She’s. Prayers are appreciated as I’m working where ever needed at the school. Today it may involve painting which I’ve never done. BUT I’m grateful for work! Sorry if I’m rambling, but could you pray that some how my kids and I can get away for a few days as its MUCH needed for the three of us.
I know how you feel. When I was younger I made several bad decisions (one was to not finish college), and now that I’m a little older, I’m paying for it. But I do believe that God is a restorer, a redeemer. So I’ve stopped beating myself up for every little (or big) thing, and I relax in the fact that God will take care of me (now and in retirement) and this earth is just a small stepping stone to eternal heaven, so if I miss out on something here, I’ll be able to have the time and resources to do it in heaven.
Thank you, Kris, I have had those thoughts as well that I may not have it here on earth but someday in heaven with Jesus. Thank you for your kind words and encouragement. I really needed it right now.
Whenever I have thoughts like these, where I wonder if I made the right choice, or I regret not doing something I feel I should have done, I tell myself that I don’t know God’s plan. Maybe he was protecting us from something we couldn’t anticipate. Maybe he was fighting a battle for us behind the scenes and the path we chose was ultimately the safer path for us. It’s hard to know and regret is such a tough one but it gives me a little comfort knowing there’s a bigger plan. Praying for you and your family.
Today’s prompt didn’t apply to me, I didn’t think, until I was scrolling through all the comments. And like many others, the scorn can come from within me… when I look in the mirror, or when I think ‘I’m not using my degree’ for teaching preschool or raising my young family, while I was at home with them (and not working). And now with “pride month” assaulting us every day and everywhere… as LAURA DIANNE said, Christians are seen as haters… obvious scorn from society.
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As the Psalm directs us, we must keep our eyes on Him. Stay focused on Him today and every day, sweet sisters and friends!
The scorn I feel is mostly from myself. I have way to high expectations of what I should do and how to do it. It’s exhausting. This is one of the principles that I know, I know God will take this burden, I know He doesn’t expect me to be the way I expect myself to be, and yet I so struggle releasing myself from that and letting Him give me rest. Lord, be my rest. Remind me once again that I am yours, and it’s only through You, I am enough. No amount of work or to-dos will get me there. Silence the noise in my head that tells me I’m not good enough. Give me peace and guide me in my day to glorify You l.
Wow I totally get that and understand fully Lord help us!!!
The source of scorn doesn’t really matter; it’s a tool of Satan, and one of his strongest in my humble opinion! BUT, it is especially effective when it comes from a family member/spouse – someone you can’t just “get away from”. Even with eyes and ears attuned to God and His Word, it is a struggle. I found encouragement in Wiersbe’s commentary:
“The life of faith begins by looking to the Lord by faith and trusting Him for salvation (Is. 45:22). The life of faith continues as we keep our eyes of faith on Jesus (Heb. 12:2), and it will climax with faith becoming sight and we will see Jesus in His glory (1 John 3:1, 2).”
Verse 2 jumped out at me today and I was reminded of musicians/singers keeping their eyes on the director’s hands and face. I searched for some background just to go a little deeper, and found this from Wiersbe – again:
“In Eastern countries, masters often commanded their servants by means of hand signals, so the servants kept their eyes on the master’s hand. This is what gave them direction for their work. But the master’s hand was also the source of their provision, what they needed for their daily sustenance. Finally, the master’s hand protected them in times of danger. So it is with God’s people today: Our direction, provision, and protection all come from our Master’s hand, and His hand never fails. Even the heart of a king is in the hands of the Lord (Prov. 21:1), so God’s feeble remnant in Jerusalem did not have to fear the nations around them.”
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May these verses also encourage our hearts as we ponder:
Job 16:20
My friends scorn me, but I pour out my tears to God.
Isaiah 51:7
Listen to me, you who know right from wrong, you who cherish my law in your hearts. Do not be afraid of people’s scorn, nor fear their insults.
THANK YOU, TECH TEAM, for all of the hours you dedicate to perfecting our community experience here!!! God bless you all!
Yes, CeeGee, our direction, provision, and protection all come from our Master’s hand!
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My former principal called me into his office and cut me down and said terrible things about me in front of the new assistant principal. I felt utterly devastated. I felt very misunderstood, unseen and unappreciated. His information was from a colleague that I worked with who I trusted and thought was my teammate. She turned out to be insecure and threw me under the bus for something that was untrue. My boss decided to believe her instead of me, who he had worked with many years and used to praise and respect my work. Even though this situation happened two years ago, and I retired from teaching last year, I still hold bitterness toward both of these individuals. I can’t seem to shake it. I had never been treated this way in all my years of teaching, and it just clouded the ending of my long career. They had an event at my former school yesterday that I should have gone to for the sake of former students, but I just couldn’t face these people and the hurt I felt at this place, even though there are so many other people there who I love and love me. I need to give this situation over to the Lord and just move on. I know this and will continue to pray for the strength and humility to do it.
My husband and I have received words of contempt and hatred from our youngest daughter. She calls us haters because we do not affirm her homosexual lifestyle. The Lord and I are in constant communication about it and He has given me strength to endure the separation from her, even though my heart is sad every day about not having her in our lives.
The World hates us, it is obvious. I pray for boldness to stand for Christ, no matter what!
Praying with you!
Laura Dianne… I have a friend that is a pastor’s wife. Their daughter felt they were just being haters too. She was “married” to another woman. The daughter has since left her gay lifestyle and is now in a heterosexual marriage and has a daughter. They just prayed and prayed… that was all they felt they could do. Prayer worked! (I don’t know why sometimes that just surprises me!) In the words of a current, popular, Christian song… “Just Keep Praying”.
Laura Diane – continuing to pray for your family situation and that God will get a hold of your daughter’s heart and change her life style. Just keep on loving her & showing her that you love her – no matter what she chooses. We serve a great big God that is able to do exceedingly, abundantly above all that we ask or think! Ephesians 3:20-21 ❤️
Thank you to all of you who lifted my daughter in prayer. She made the drive from WY to VA yesterday in time for the closing on her house. Even with 3 of her 4 kids and 1 of her 3 dogs, all safe and still speaking to each other. LOL
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When i think of voices of scorn and contempt, this song by Zack Brown comes to mind. Fear (Satan) is a Liar…
Happy Day, SHE’s! God’s got this (us)!
When he told you you’re not good enough
When he told you you’re not right
When he told you you’re not strong enough
To put up a good fight
When he told you you’re not worthy
When he told you you’re not loved
When he told you you’re not beautiful
You’ll never be enough
Fear, he is a liar
He will take your breath
Stop you in your steps
Fear, he is a liar
He will rob your rest
Steal your happiness
Cast your fear in the fire
‘Cause fear, he is a liar
When he told you were troubled
You’ll forever be alone
When he told you you should run away
You’ll never find a home
When he told you you were dirty
And you should be ashamed
When he told you you could be the one
That grace could never change
Oh, fear, he is a liar
He will take your breath
Stop you in your steps
Fear, he is a liar
He will rob your rest
Steal your happiness
Cast your fear in the fire
‘Cause fear, he is a liar
Let your fire fall and cast out all my fears
Let your fire fall, your love is all I feel
Let your fire fall and cast out all my fears
Let your fire fall, your love is all I feel
Let your fire fall and cast out all my fears
Let your fire fall, your love is all I feel
Oh, let your fire fall and cast out all my fears
Let your fire fall, your love is all I feel
Oh, fear, he is a liar
He will take your breath
Stop you in your steps
Fear, he is a liar
He will rob your rest
Steal your happiness
Cast your fear in the fire
‘Cause fear, he is a liar
‘Cause fear, he is a liar
Songwriters: Jason Ingram / Zach Williams / Jonathan Lindley Smith
I do love this song!!
The voices of scorn and contempt I face are on behalf of women facing pregnancy and culture telling them they are better off getting rid if it. I fight for them to know the truth. Pregnancy Care Centers and those who are on the battleground hear the voices of scorn and pride and injustice on a daily basis and like the psalmist I want to cry out, we have had more than enough as they seek to erode God’s creation ordinances.
Peggy, The work and ministry you are involved in is so important! Praying for strength for all admin and volunteers as you face the enemy each day! Thank you for protecting these precious blessings! ❤
All the answers, me too! I wish the mocking or derision didn’t come from within. Now it may not be my voice but the enemy’s but I cannot entertain those thoughts for even a moment! They are lies, sent to steal my identity and joy, kill my hope and destroy my future. But the liar cannot win! He has already been defeated!!!
I struggle a lot with the scorn and contempt of the world towards those who have a Biblical worldview. I find myself hiding out in my Christian circles and staying small and silent with unbelievers. Today’s psalm reminds me to keep my eyes on God and His mercy. I also feel fresh peace and courage to be myself and hold to my values even if other people scorn them.
I too can say that a lot of the scorn and contempt come from within. Satan tries to use it against me, to beat me down, but I must not let him get a foothold.
God is my rock, God is my salvation and I am known and loved my Him.
I also am much aware of the scorn and contempt against the body of Christ – the Church. There is so much ridicule and hatred against believers. It’s hard to understand, other than realizing they are under Satan’s control and he uses them to accomplish havoc.
…But God – He is still on the throne, and He reigns! Hallelujah, He reigns!
Have a blessed and thankful Thursday my dear sisters! Remembering you all in my prayers. ❤️
Sharon, your comment reminded me of a favorite song of mine – He Reigns by the Newsboys! part of the lyrics:
And all the powers of darkness
Tremble at what they’ve just heard
‘Cause all the powers of darkness
Can’t drown out a single word
When all God’s children sing out
Glory, glory, hallelujah
He reigns, He reigns
All God’s people singing
Glory, glory, hallelujah
He reigns, He reigns
Cee Gee – Love that song! ❤️
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Why do we beat ourselves up? As women I think we all carry a burden that somehow connects us to Eve in some way. The enemy sees us as weak yet if we look back God continued (and still does today) to use women for His glory (i.e. Pharaohs daughter who adopted Moses, Esther, Ruth and Naomi, Mary, and you ladies here). God sees us as strong- and that is what matters- not what lies the enemy throws at us. I am so grateful for all you She’s that show up everyday (even though your tired, beat down and weary from the world) and praise God and share the good news! We are a lifeline to many and let’s all give ourselves some grace and mercy because God is using us in BIG ways everyday! Today I will say NO to the enemies lies and feelings of guilt and contempt and YES to Gods promises, power and control and my prayer is that you can too!!! ☮️❤️ to you all!!!
YES Amen!
Yes!
Amen! ❤️
To be honest, I feel like the only scorn in my life right now, the last few years comes from my husband. He tends to be irritable, and quick to be combative. I think it comes down to triggers, and when I say something that scrapes a scab. But honestly I have been aware and trying to be more thoughtful in my words for years and praying for patients. I am praying this season strengthens our marriage, for he is truly a prayer come true and is my best friends. I feel like he needs some freedom from past hurts and issues and praying he will take steps towards God to take those from him. I can keep trying to be slow to anger, patient and loving even when I want to react and give it back!! Lord give me wisdom and loving empathy, and respect.
Just keep praying over him, Rhonda. God can heal those past hurts.
The scorn and contempt usually always come from within myself. I find that when I am in that place I am more focused on myself and what I can/can’t will/won’t do, instead of recognizing Gods power and believing in what HE can do.
So very true. Thank you, Melissa. Very well said. ❤️
The voices of scorn, contempt and pride in my life usually come… from me. I am truly blessed to have a phenomenal support system in my daily life, but I can be pretty hard on myself. And it never occurred to me until now that letting those voices take a hold of me, is truly questioning God’s power and blessings. Phew… I need to let that sink in, sisters
Yes, So true!!
Amen Maria!
“ And it never occurred to me until now that letting those voices take a hold of me, is truly questioning God’s power and blessings.”. So true, Maria!
The voice of scorn, contempt and pride are all around me these days in most aspects of my life. It stops me from being bold and confident and moving forward and receiving kindness or any type of love and respect from myself or others. I recognize that it is not enough to just make time for God but to dwell in His presence and focus on His voice amongst all the other things. Even when I don’t have a single word to express myself with. I lift my eyes to His lips and listen to Him. It is my only peace
yes, that is beautiful!
My contempt and scorn often come from myself. I’ve always been hard on myself, especially about my weight and my looks. I listened to what the world told me I should look like and molded my thoughts into that. Since coming to Christ, he immediately lifted that burden and idol off of me. I felt the freedom, and it took my breath away. I knew it was heavy, but I don’t think I realized how much.
Recently, life has gotten so hectic and busy with summer sports, work, and new schedules, I have felt my connection drifting. I’m still spending time in the word daily and praying, but something feels different. I know it’s me, and some of these scornful thoughts are creeping back in. The last few days I’ve been praying and asking God to help me reconnect and for Him to reignite that fire within me and to serve Him more.
Today’s reading was spot on for me, He still is providing me guidance and love through His word.
Lord, help me to remember that Jesus sacrificed himself for us, to relieve us of sin and all the burdens that come with it. He waits patiently to carry our weight, I just need to hand it over. Amen!
“He waits patiently to carry our weight, I just need to hand it over” Amen girl!!! I too struggle with this and pray we can learn to hand it over!!!
Mine also comes from myself Dawn, it is nice to hear that it gets better and it just needs to be handed over to Him!
Having a break, I thought I would see what responses from yesterday and today..
Am I jumping the gun with my Hallelujah that there is progress in the glitch repairs?
My scrolling finger is having a ball… Hallelujah!
My heart is singing ‘ Hallelujah, Praise His Holy name..
TECH TEAM, THANK YOU!. THANK YOU! THANK YOU, for the joy in my heart, and for giving me cause to have praise in my heart and lips..
GOD BLESS YOU GUYS, MUCHLY!♥️
❤️ Technology today is starting off well, isn’t it?!?!
Praise God!!! We are thankful!!
KATHERINE MORGAN – joining you in prayer
Yes, Lord, please have mercy on us. I should seek You for wisdom and guidance in all things – in steps forward, in decisions, in restraint – especially with my words and especially when scorned (beautiful testimony, TINA), in understanding and empathy without compromise of Your truth, in being thankful for all things at all times.
My prayer list from yesterday- SISSY, CHERYL S, RITA ANN, KALEY HUMBLE, RAVANNE LINDSEY, KRISTA DARCUS.
KAREN SWANSON – amen to yesterday’s wisdom that ended with “and there are many ways.”
ALEIDA – continuing to pray for victory and salvation for Victor
MICHELLE P – praise the Lord for Benjy’s willingness, may the Lord guide them in restoring their marriage and strengthening their bond with Him and each other.
MARI V – praise for summer work! Not only does it provide prayed-for income, it shows your willingness to step up to do what is needed, when it is needed ❤️
MARIA BAER – adding Ps 27 to my reading list, thank you.
MERCY – ❤️ yesterday’s comment/prayer
❤ without compromise!
Thank you so much Searching for your prayers!! :)
These forces and voices happen a lot in the workplace. Praying I always lift my eyes to the Lord for help and protection.
Right there with you. It’s been rough this year. I’m trying to draw near to God for my peace and sense of self.
The contempt I feel comes mainly from myself, expecting perfection and trying to fix myself when I’m not. This is confusing because I am following God but when life speeds up and gets busy God becomes more of a to do list and I think I’m fixing myself through my spiritual routine instead of submitting my will to God. What actual submission, receiving God’s grace, letting Him transform me starts to look very muddy.
Shannon you just read my mind, I’m glad I’m not the only one that does this!
I’ve struggled with being home with our children ever since our oldest was born. I loved being a nurse. I loved working. I loved seeing the fruits of my labor and being paid and recognized for the work I did. I have grieved it and God and I together have been working on removing that idol and helping me rest in my savior’s arms knowing that my identity is in my status as his child, fully known and somehow still loved.
The voice of scorn comes at me often, saying “youre wasting your life, your time, your talents, your education” “you’re meaningless, useless, a burden to your husband and your God and a waste of space” “don’t you want more? You deserve more, you worked hard for your career and you just threw it away? Why doesn’t your husband have to sacrifice his passions? Doesn’t he love you?” “Anyway you’re not even good at this mom and wife thing anyway, you should just give up”
Just this week, I had a former job prospect (from 10 years ago) reach out to see if I’m interested in joining their team. The enemy is hard at work, because he knows that I’m weak and a valued target. But my God is stronger and Jesus’ sacrifice is sufficient. Today I look to my master’s hands and pray that he’ll guide my thoughts and steps and words as I go about my work growing up the next generation of believers that He’s blessed me with.
Thank you for that honesty. That is a challenge I’m sure, a lot of hard work goes into that career, and I’m sure you miss it a lot! I truly believe our greatest ministry and purpose is raising our children up with love, security, and principles of God. You will truly be blessed. It is the greatest job in the world. I’m positive God will open a door for you when the time is right if you stay steadfast in his plan for you!
I too struggle with this! My own momma voice is one of disappointments and failure. Why God do we allow these thoughts to cloud our judgment when we KNOW the truth? You have called us yet we still doubt. Praying for you Katherine Morgan (and myself) that the enemies voice be silenced!
Katherine, “Ditto” to everything Rhonda just said. Your work as a nurse, seeing the fruits of your labor – is not over, it’s just put on hold. You are loved and valued by God, no matter what your occupation. For now He has entrusted you with being a mom to His little ones. As you teach them and model Christ to them, you will see fruits of your labor…the kinds of fruits that no career could match.
I know it’s difficult now in the thick of things, but don’t let Satan get to you with his lies of unworthiness. You are seen, you are valuable, you are loved. ❤️
Ah Katherine, hang in there and shut down those voices in your head. 43 years ago I made the same decision to be home and not outsource our kids. We sacrificed a lot for me to do that but I wouldn’t trade it now for anything. 4 kids who put their faith in Jesus, married believers and raising our grandchildren to trust in Jesus. God is faithful.
Katherine, I do not have a career but enjoy working. When we were ready to have children the Lord prompted me to quit my job so we could get used to one income. A year later we had our first son. Throughout our children’s young years opportunities arose that were part time and flexible so that I could be there for our children and also work part time. Our Lord may give you opportunities so that you can minister to others through your nursing and be fulfilled. Perhaps speak and pray with your husband and research opportunities. There may be a position that is once a week or twice a month. Colossians 3:23 Whatever you do, do your work heartily, as for the Lord rather than for men.
That was beautifully said❣️
Katherine, I did the same as Leanna. I even worked as a medical records clerk for 7 years. The hours were perfect even though it was part-time with no benefits. Hang in there!!! Lots of us have walked in your shoes and testify to the long-term blessing!
I quit my job as a CFO many years ago to raise our 4 children and homeschooled them as well. Best choice I ever made…obeying God! Don’t let the lies of the evil one crowd out God’s promises! Train up your children in the way they should go and when they are old they will not depart from it.
I am now watching my adult daughters make the choice to be stay-at-home moms. And at least two of them are planning to homeschool their children. My son’s wife is also a stay-at-home mom and their children attend a hybrid Christian school-two days at school, three days at home (actually at Gramsie’s home for the homeschool days).
Just keep doing what you know is right. Those voices in your head are lies.
Hugs to you sweet sister. ❤️
I am not a mother (yet, God willing), but seeing all this encouragement for you warms my heart. I just want to say no sacrifice for the sake of Jesus is wasted. On earth, it may seem foolish.. but you are reaping so many rewards beyond your imagination. God is faithful to reward our sacrifice.
I’m not a mom, but I know the value of sacrifice, as I am in a season of that, right now, with my own family. Jesus sees you and your work TODAY is valuable to Him. God bless you, Katherine ❤️
I worked from home as a medical transcriptionist when my kids were small. It would probably be a much easier transition for you since you already have a medical background. It was very stressful when my kids were really small, but it might be worth looking into. The woman described in Proverbs 31 “makes linen garments and sells them and supplies belts to the tradesmen” (Proverbs 31:24) so a working mom isn’t inherently unbiblical like so many people seem to think.
Regardless of whether you decide finding some part time work is right for you or not, please know you are not useless or worthless, and you are not a burden to your husband or to God. Raising those is kids will be the most valuable thing you could ever do!
Thankfully neither voices of scorn nor contempt are in my life right now. I pray that should they come, I’d respond like Tina shred a few weeks ago!
ALEIDA -continuing to pray for Victor. Hope his appt today is successful
MICHELLE P – praising God Benjy is being brave and pushing past the “easy way out” to work on reconciliation with Isabel
MARI V – thankful the Lord provided you with the work you needed.
CHERYL S – continuing to pray for Alana’s safe return
KRISTA DARCUS – praying your daughter seeks help for her emotional state
Yes!!! It is amazing news :) thank you for your prayers!
Amen
I received a beautiful text last night from someone I have known for years but don’t see much of, but once a year, perhaps, as she moved away. Her text read, ” had an audit today, and we talked about a wonderful lady. Guess who?”
I am not bigging myself up, but this is my life as a follower of Jesus, trying to be His hands and feet to those I meet along the way, so you can imagine a couple of weeks ago, when I was attack so vehemently and not nicely by a supposed friend, I was horrified..
BUT GOD..
Dear Wonderful, Heavenly Father God..
Allowed me to sit quietly, take the arrows of horrible words, hold back on responding, as the old Tina may have, or retaliation.
Apart from, “I’m sorry” I said nothing else and walked away..
I could not have done that in my own strength, God for sure showed me favour, was with me, showed me more favour and gave me grace..
The contempt and arrogance of this person fell like water off a ducks back!
Absolutely, BUT GOD..
My eyes will forever be on the Lord my God, for He does show favour.. grace, and mercy, and He brings us hope, joy and gladness.
He is our God.
AMEN.
Happy Thursday ladies, covered in blessings and wrapped in hugs from across the pond..♥️
You are loved, more than you can imagine❣️
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Amen, you are loved Tina ❤️