Did you know that the Bible never mentions self-esteem? We are never told to boost our self esteem or even protect and encourage the self esteem of our children.
I find that interesting. In our culture, those two words are used quite frequently. We assess one’s actions and often wonder how it correlates with his/her lack of or large amount of self-esteem.
There is, however, one thing we are reminded of over and over in scriptures: put our confidence in the Lord.
Confidence in ourselves —or other human beings–will always fail us in one way or another. But confidence in Him? We can completely trust His plan: even when in the world’s eyes it may seem in the moment that He’s failed you.
Scripture tells us that trials will come–it’s not a maybe thing. (James 1:2-4) But through our confidence in Him, we are able to learn from, and even find joy in these times.
As this chapter tells us: we will be like Mount Zion. Cannot be shaken and endures forever. (Psalm 125:1, NIV) I know that in my life when I put my confidence in myself I am often shaken. I am knocked off of my mountain, because I’m looking to others for constant affirmation. I’m looking for confidence in others instead finding of my confidence in Him.
In our world of social media, retweets, likes, tags, and comments let us not put our confidence in man. Let us put our confidence in the one who died for us. For you.
My creator.
My heavenly Father.
My Lord. My Savior.
Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go. (Joshua 1:9, ESV)
Is there a place that brings up fear and doubt? He is with you, sister.
I can do all things through him who strengthens me. (Philippians 4:13)
Are you fearing possible failure or embarrassment? When you are weakest, He is strong.
Let us encourage one another today with additional verses of His promise: our confidence comes from Him alone.
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Wow. I am catching up on this series and my heart has been so blessed by these Psalms. Today really stands out because I am on a journey. God is healing some pretty dark places and self esteem seems to be a major one. Thank you for the sweet reminder that my confidence comes from Christ. The. End. Thank you! :)
When we put out confidence in society or man around us, we begin to become what society wants us to be. But, when we put our confidence in the Lord we begin to be who he has made us and shaped us to be! It's a beautiful thing that happens when we put our confidence in the Lord!
Holy moly. I’m pretty sure that SRT was written directly to this people-pleaser right here. I just got my mail read.
Thank you Jesus that my confidence is in you alone! Because of YOU I live and move and breathe. What a relief today.
I’m so thankful for this devotional. It is helping me stay grounded in God’s word. I am feeling so discouraged with my sins.
You ladies are beautiful and inspiring! I usually get to my devotionals in the evening and don’t get a chance to get to the community. So glad I was able to tonight!
There are two areas God has been speaking to me to take a leap. Tonight’s devotion was so timely. Confidence! God confidence! Be strong and courageous he says! Trust his plan! Pray about everything and he will supply all my needs!
Loving the perspective from you beautiful ladies of God. Such a blessing to me!
Feeling so blessed to be a part of this online community.
GraceandPeace, thank you for those verses in the Amplified. I, too, find the daily little things are what really steal my peace.
I was reading today in Psalm 16. We did a "not" psalm today in our group prayer time. By seeing what the word of God is not saying. we can more clearly see what it is saying! For example, Psalm 16:7-8 says, "I will praise the Lord, who counsels me;even at night my heart instructs me. I have set the Lord always before me. Because He is at my right hand, I will not be shaken." Now imagine if God was not in that; what is the opposite? The "NOT" Psalm 16:7-8 is this, "I praise my job, my family, (fill in the blank), I don't really have a true counselor, no one instructs or guides me. I see many possibilities and opportunities in from of me, but they won't last. The fear of the unknown shakes me to the core." Seeing the contrast of these helps me realize what I DO HAVE in God. He is my counselor, and instructor, He guides my steps, He is always there; and unlike human counselors and guides He will never fail me. He knows what's right.
As I was thinking about that I see how it ties in with my current life and choices. I am applying for school, to only one school, at this time, because I believe it's where God is leading me to next. I would normally be nervous as all else about this, BUT since I have confidence in Christ (who is perfect and completely in control and wants the best for me as His dearly loved chosen child) the fear and nervousness is gone. If I get accepted then it was because of God, if I don't it's because of God. There's no way I CAN'T do His will if He is in control and I am following His prompting, His commands and His word.
"We can completely trust His plan: even when in the world’s eyes it may seem in the moment that He’s failed you."
Wow! A "not" psalm. Really impacted me. Thanks for sharing, Miranda.
I subscribe to K-LOVE's encouraging word for the day, here is today's: "But those who trust in the Lord will find new strength. They will soar high on wings like eagles. They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not faint." Isaiah 40:31 NLT
How appropriate.
"And the God of all grace, who called you to his eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will himself restore you and make you strong, firm and steadfast." 1 Peter 5:10 NIV
"But blessed is the man who trusts in the Lord, whose confidence is in him. He will be like a tree planted by the water that sends out its roots by the stream. It does not fear when heat comes; its leaves are always green. It has no worries in a year of drought and never fails to bear fruit." Jeremiah 17:7 NIV
" 'For I know the plans I have for you,' declares the Lord, 'plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Then you will call upon me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart. I will be found by you,' declares the Lord, 'and will bring you back from captivity. I will gather you from all the nations and places where I have banished you,' declares the Lord, 'and will bring you back to the place from which I carried you into exile.' " Jeremiah 29:11-14 NIV
I cannot express how much I enjoy starting my morning with you ladies and reading all of your honest, truthful and loving posts. Thank you. I pray you are all filled with his peace and confidence today and always.
Ladybug1016 I’m so glad you posted today! Your words and perspective are so encouraging. God bless you :)
Because I have fibromyalgia, it takes me awhile to get up and get moving, and living on Arizona time, I always feel like if I comment or post that most people won't even see it anyway because it would be too late. But I am posting today. I love this! Yes, the world tells us to build up our self-esteem, but God tells us to exalt HIM, praise HIM, and extol HIS NAME forever!! (Ps. 145:1-2) I just love that Psalm! Ps. 145:3 – Great is the LORD and most worthy of praise; his greatness no one can fathom! Nothing in there about our self-worth. He alone is great!! He alone is awesome!!! and He alone is to be praised!! And my confidence can be in HIM because His Word tells me time and time again! And when I get knocked off my mountain or the rug gets pulled out from under me?? "The Lord upholds all those who fall and lifts up all who are bowed down." Ps. 145:14. The Lord is near to all who call on him – vs. 18. Can you tell I love this Psalm?! Sometimes I think God allows us to get knocked off our mountain or have the rug pulled out from under us simply so we can bow down before HIM!! He wants to lift us up, ladies!! And if HE lifts us up in these kind of situations, then we can't claim that it was our own doing! because ultimately HE wants the praise!! Do we extol Him enough? Do we praise HIM enough? THEN I will be like Mt. Zion, unable to be shaken because my confidence, my whole being is in HIM!
Ladybug surprise, I usually post early n the morn but I go back and ready during the day. I enjoyed your post. God bless.
I, too, am very late today, but I wouldn’t miss these comments from all of you. They are always so full of wisdom, and I learn so much!
Ladybug, us night owls are here to see it. And I loved it! "His greatness no one can fathom…" In a society that tries to figure everything out and have a "reasonable explanation", we have a God that will not be "figured out"!
I really like the message this gives! I have confidence in the Lord, and that confidence is growing every day. There is no way I would have gotten thru the many issues I’ve been trying to deal with lately if I had relied on myself. It just wouldn’t have happened. The Lord brought me thru, and any confidence I show today is from knowing He WILL be there! I know I can trust in Him.
I, too, am struggling with trying to instill self confidence in my kids without going overboard!
We’ve been raising some mighty self centered kids
these days, and it’s proving disastrous to those generations. Ever since the great purple dinosaur was introduced singing all about “ME” and how special “I AM” it seems like we have traded confidence for selfishness… no longer “we” but “ME”…no community, or what is good for the collective whole. That’s not what I want to instill, but the school system and media just reinforce the message that it’s all about me, me, me! And these poor girls struggling with self image! My 12 yr old daughter barely eats, afraid of getting fat. She’s still the same size jeans as two years ago, just taller now…my 7yr old daughter is in first grade and even she talks about size and how she looks!
So young, too young to be concerned about such things! I pray that they will find strength and confidence as they too, find out more about God and His love for each one of us….
Thank you for all the posts Sisters! What amazing things the Lord leads us to thru each other.
Blessings to all of you today! :)
Ellen, my daughters are both in their early 20's and have very healthy full bodies. Their school years were a different story. They even now help keep themselves accountable for staying that way! If one of them starts to slip back into an unhealthy thinking or starts to become a little to thin the other one calls them out on it! And, after a moment of mind your own business, they sincerely hear what is being said and make appropriate changes. Praying for you and your beautiful daughters!
Loving the comments today! Beautiful ladies! You keep me inspired!
Psalms 31:24 (NKJV)
Be of good courage, And He shall strengthen your heart, All you who hope in the Lord.
Proverbs 3:25-26 (NKJV)
Do not be afraid of sudden terror, Nor of trouble from the wicked when it comes; For the Lord will be your confidence, And will keep your foot from being caught.
It has been a crazy rollercoaster of emotions this week and although I have missed posting comments with you sisters, I have followed along in tears. Each devotional being so fitting for my circumstances. Praising God in the midst of trial. Trusting in God when the future is so uncertain. Not putting any confidence in myself or the opinions of others, but in God alone. Whoa! This is where I am living right now.
And you know what?! God is so good. I'm not just saying it because it sounds like the right thing to say. I MEAN it! I really do!!! God has shown His faithfulness to me over and over and over again. This week, I shared parts of my story here, and with my Pastor, and with others…and it brings back such painful memories. But the hope… the thread that runs through our human experience is that God is strong when I am weak. When I feel like I have no control or influence in my circumstances…He is there…steering the ship to safe harbors. Thank you Lord!
JuneBug your post reminded me of a John Piper devotion I read the other day on Romans 8:35, "Can anything separate us from Christ's love?" He broke it down like this:
1. Christ is loving us now.
2. This love of Christ is effective protecting us from separation, it is a particular love for His people.
3. This omnipotent, effective, and protecting love does not spare us from calamities in this life but brings us safe into ever-lasting joy with God.
Comforting thoughts in times of trial! He is there, as you said so beautifully, "steering the ship to safe harbors".
"…His faithful promises are your armor and protection." Psalms 91:4. Hang in there my friend! God is for you!
Rejoice in the Lord always [delight, gladden yourselves in Him]; again I say, Rejoice! 5 Let all men know and perceive and recognize your unselfishness (your considerateness, your forbearing spirit). The Lord is near [He is coming soon]. 6 Do not fret or have any anxiety about anything, but in every circumstance and in everything, by prayer and petition (definite requests), with thanksgiving, continue to make your wants known to God. 7 And God’s peace [shall be yours, that tranquil state of a soul assured of its salvation through Christ, and so fearing nothing from God and being content with its earthly lot of whatever sort that is, that peace] which transcends all understanding shall garrison and mount guard over your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:4-7 (AMP)
I just have to bask in these verses. I already heard these an hour ago on the radio. I have noticed lately that God will use the same scriptures to me during the day. I guess because He knows I need to hear it over and over again for it to stick. God really is all-knowing! I like how the Amplified Bible describes God's peace ~
"that tranquil state of a soul assured of its salvation through Christ, and so fearing nothing from God and being content with its earthly lot of whatever sort that is, that peace."
I want *that* peace all the time.
I shared yesterday that I experienced that peace when my son was in the hospital. Wouldn't it be nice to have that kind of calmness in my day to day life? Because, honestly, the day to day? That's what unravels me – the littlest, most inconsequential things in light of eternity. Things like the overflowing trash that no one wants to take out or the floor being littered with stuff or a sink full of dishes when it seemed I just washed a batch. Those are the little things that make me lose my peace. My prayer is for God to help us focus on what is truly important – and let the rest just slide.
Sharing these verses from the NASB for anyone struggling with a stronghold or a bondage:
"Hebrews 2:14-15 Therefore, since the children share in flesh and blood, He Himself likewise also partook of the same, that through death He might render powerless him who had the power of death, that is, the devil, and might free those who through fear of death were subject to slavery all their lives."
Jesus' death on the cross has freed us. We are no longer slaves to whatever sin the devil may be holding against us. Satan no longer has hold over us. Jesus set us free, sisters. We have been made righteous though Him. That certainly is good news.
Have a blessed day, sisters.
Amen!
Confidence is having an assured knowledge. I have learned that here’s no place that I’d rather have an assured knowledge than trusting His plan for my life. I’d much rather trust that He works all things together for good than a friend who can’t see the entire picture.
Psalms 56:3 “when I am afraid, I put my trust in You.”
It seems as if the past few days God has really been speaking to me through multiple different thing, about rejoicing in trials and trusting Him. Admittedly I’m not very good when it comes to trusting Him instead of myself but I am trying
Wow! Lord I thank you! You never leave us empty. The last 2 day’s devotions have really spoken to my heart and my situation.
As I learn to not seek the validation of others as well as learning to forgive myself for falling short.
I remember as I was recovering from an illness and struggling to walk again. I had so much fear. Fear of not walking again, fear of falling. So much was involved in this fear. The unknown; what if, pain, and embarrassment. During the course of my illness I had been dropped while being helped sooooo many times. But I have to admit what hovered over me the most was shame. I did not want to be ashamed. Now for many it may seem like I’m being self-absorbed but thank God for Jesus who knows our hearts, and is concerned with that which concerns us. As i began to pray and search the word, one morning he lead me to this scripture is 54:4
“Do not be afraid; you will not be put to shame. Do not fear disgrace; you will not be humiliated. You will forget the shame of your youth and remember no more the reproach of your widowhood.
As I began to leave the safety of my home, stand and walk with the aid of a walker, drive, and go out into the world, I repeat this scripture every day. It’s been 2 years now but I never leave home without saying that scripture.
God’s word is a lamp unto my feet, a light on my path.
It’s so funny that we should be meditating on self-esteem, as i prepare to go back into the work force, Vocational Rehab has me taking classes to boost my self-esteem. Ladies if i go by the worlds standards, BOOST It! Some days I can’t even find it. LOL
Thank you SRT for reminding me to put my confidence in the Lord, and that confidence in myself –or others will always fail in one way or another. But confidence in Him? I can completely trust His plan, even when in the world’s eyes it may seem in the moment that He’s failed me. Scripture reminds me that trials and tests will come–it’s not a maybe thing. (James 1:2-4) But through my confidence in Him, I am able to grow and conquer from these difficult times.
Ladies be blessed!
I needed this today! Another scripture that “hit” me today is Psalm 27:9, 10 (MSG) when my heart whispered, “seek God”, my whole being replied “I’m seeking him!” Don’t hide from me now! You’ve always been right there for me; don’t turn your back on me now.
The more I am humbled, the more I have learned. I shared this before in the last study, but going from having both children graduating as valedictorians, to having one living a gay Lifesyle and working for the people that made gay marriage legal in California , and the other one dying front the affects of alcohol on his body can really teach you you are at the mercy of our God. We think we have control ? No, He does. But I still praise Him and thank Him as I know where my son is at, I don't have to worry about him getting the chip. ;). And I look forward to my daughters return. God has brought me through too much to think anything less. Fill me up Lord with your spirit, not my self-seaking one. Love you ladies !
God bless you Emily. I can relate to your struggles of raising children that can be so polar opposite. In my case, two boys, the older took the path of drugs & alcohol. Our younger, a model student and never a moment of worry with him. Yet it has been all of the struggles with our older that has deepened my faith, trust, and walk with the Lord. Now my confidence & peace comes from the Lord.As a Mom, during the difficulties with our son, I wondered what we could have done differently, why did he chose this path? We raised him in a strong, loving christian home… Talk about a confidence shaker. I too, have learned my hope, my strength, my all comes from the Lord. He knows our struggles. He knows the pain, heartache, and troubles we will have in this world. But he has overcome the world! All of the postings today bring such encouragement to me. So thankful to share & pray for all of my sisters in Christ.
Margie, yes…I used to say if I just had Tim I would think I was the best mom in the world as our daughter was always challenging. But I have learned more from my struggles with her than anything…well, other than my son passing away, which is more about her actually. I truly believe he was born to help us heal, and he died first to help us heal.
Thank you for responding, and bless you :)
Emily, I'm so sorry for your loss. I pray that God continues to heal you and your family. Remember, one day ar a time. Your sister in Christ.
Thank you Margie …here is my blog. It's ultimately an amazing story. Please stay tuned ! http://missemys-page.blogspot.com/
This is so relevant to me as I raise two girls in the public school system. I want my girl to love who they are, and they are given messages like "You are wonderful!" on stickers and bookmarks every day, most often for academic performance. And just yesterday, a company I respect contacted me about a campaign to boost self-esteem through discussing body image. These are both fine things, but stop short of what I want to instill in my girls. I want them to know that they are wonderful because He is wonderful. I want them to love their bodies because they are His creation, and they physically enable us to do work for His kingdom. I think when we remove God from the self-esteem discussion for our children, they can't possibly have a true, meaningful appreciation for who they are until they begin to understand who they are in Christ and the true, meaningful, deeper than they can imagine love He has for them
oh sarah I so agree with you. I don't care how beautiful you are or aren't smart or not so smart. All these things are subject to change. The only thing that is constant is Jesus. It is him that we walk and breathe and have our being. I am strong, confident, because and thru HIM. Thank God because somedays I can't even find me.
As an educator i am so challanged when working in the public sector vs the private sector on how to present this to students.
u know church and state. lol
thats why its important for parents to instill these values to their children. Keep up the good work. Don't back down. God Bless.
Thank you! It really is difficult especially since both girls are doing so well academically (we call it TAG here) and so many people, in our family and otherwise, want to hold them up for these accomplishments, but truly, I'd rather them not even know. There are so many other things, like their kindness and goodness and their hearts for others and the Lord, that I want to hod them up for.
I don't envy your position, as a teacher, to try to do this with all of your students, but I feel confident you are showing them the love of Christ everyday, whether you are explicit or not and I want to encourage you to keep it up as well!
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"We can completely trust His plan: even when in the world’s eyes it may seem in the moment that He’s failed you."
I keep going back to another SRT lesson where the question was asked, "When things don't end the way we think they should will we still trust Him?" I have saved that in my mind because even though I say I trust Him when things are good….when things are not so good I have to remember His ways are higher than mine and He sees down the road!
I have to trust Him even when I don't understand and that's where, to me, the confidence part really comes in to play and the peace takes over. He has my best interest at heart and there are teachable moments in every trial.
It will be my joy to say, Your will! Your way!
This is such a great reminder today. I agree with Sarah's comment above, that we should view this as "God-esteem" instead of self-esteem and any time we are feeling self-conscious or overly confident, we need to remind ourselves to see ourselves and our actions through God's eyes–we are beautiful, intelligent, confident women through God's eyes. Of course it's great to know that you are the vehicle through which God is giving you these gifts, but let us not forget who they belong to!
Wow! Lord I thank you! You never leave us empty. The last 2 day's devotions have really spoken to my heart and my situation._As i learn to not seek the validation of others as well as learning to forgive myself for falling short.__I remember as I was recovering from an illness and struggling to walk again. I had so much fear. Fear of not walking again, fear of falling. So much was involved in this fear. The unknown
Don't fret or worry. Instead of worrying, pray. Let petitions and praises shape your worries into prayers, letting God know your concerns. Before you know it, a sense of God's wholeness, everything coming together for good, will come and settle you down. It's wonderful what happens when Christ displaces worry at the center of your life. (Philippians 4:6, 7 MSG)
In considering self esteem as a worldly philosophy, Philippians reminded me that the world also teaches that as the answer to worry, fretfulness and social anxiety. Indeed it is the world's way of overcoming self doubt, self consciousness. The problem and the solution revolve around "Self". I have and continue to struggle to stay centered on Christ, to know all confidence, boldness, calmness I experience can only come from him. Self, no matter what self help gurus sell, has limits and ultimately fails.
My oldest grandson, Jordan, is 18 today. He is a Christian, but heavily influenced by a culture built on self esteem. I am praying for him and all my grand kids that their confidence, their choices, their actions are centered in Christ.
Thank you for this, and thank you all for opening up and sharing!
"It is better to trust in the Lord than to put confidence in man." (Psalms 118:8 KJV)
Pretty cut and dry. :)
And of course these is…
"Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths." (Proverbs 3:5, 6 KJV)
Ladies, thanks for all the encouraging verses.
Leatvt, will pray for your husband. I can relate, as my husband also deals with social anxiety. Have a blessed day in the Lord, sisters.
Thank you, jesusgirl71!
Dear Lord, I choose to find my confidence in You today! Help me to cling to You so I will not be shaken. Help me to show love to all those who I come in contact with today. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen!
DITTO, as I cling to HIM today, even if I am shaken I know he will never let me go. Blessings to u Jesusgirl
So wonderful to wake up to all these encouraging words from you lovely ladies this a.m. Really needed it this morning! My heart is heavy for my husband…without getting into too many details, I’ll just say he is suffering from some pretty debilitating social anxiety–prayers appreciated for him…and for me…to be a strong support and encouragement to him. Thank you sisters! Prayers for all! Have a blessed day!
Prayers are with you this morning in Jesus'' name! When two or three agree… I have suffered with anxiety myself so I will certainly take time this morning to pray for your husband. .Put your confidence in the Lord today, He is our hope!
Thanks so much, Candacejo!
Amen sister
may God grant u both a garment of praise for your heaviness.
Praying for your and your husband!
2 Chronicles 16:9 The eyes of the Lord range throughout the earth to strengthen those whose hearts are fully committed to Him.
This verse helped me through a very difficult time. God is our strength.
i will say, i do think that self-confidence is important. but it can hold us back from the deepest relationship with God. i've always had self-confidence, which has made it "easier" for me to not put all my confidence in God. it's like i remember that He made me perfect, and capable of doing great things, but what i forget is that He made me in His image, and everything i do should be for His glory. so i'm an important part of the equation, but He is the answer to everything. and i need to pray about that more, so i put more and more confidence in Him, and let that be my driving force. because i am definitely not there yet.
What an insight! Thank you for sharing.
For as long as I've been reading the Bible I have never thought of this. Why was I always worried about my own lack of self esteem? Yes, I would pray to not be so self concious or not to worry about what others thought of me, but it never clicked in my mind that what I should be doing, instead, is listening to what God commands of us. "Be strong and courageous" "do not be afraid" and having an attitude of courage and love: 1Corinthians 16:13-14.
I like to think about looking at myself with "Christ esteem," not "self esteem"–taking confidence in the way that HE sees me–beloved, beautiful, full of purpose and promise, able to be used in mighty ways simply because I am obedient.
"Be strong and courageous" "do not be afraid" and having an attitude of courage and love: 1Corinthians 16:13-14.
Awesome words to live by.
The name of The Lord is a strong tower. The righteous man runs into it and is safe. Proverbs 18:10 ESV
Thank you for the truth about self esteem–it is a worldly philosophy. Let’s look to Jesus for our worth. He loved us when we were unlovely. He died for us when we were unworthy. He took our sin and gave us His righteousness. Our only hope, our only confidence is in Him.
Thank you all. This reminds me of all the awesome names we can use for God in the Scriptures like Fortress, Stronghold, Shepherd, Beloved – wherever we are, even in the valley of death, He is there, that helps me to give thanks for who He is today. Have a blessed day ladies.
Thank you Ibukun for your post! And thank you for your prayers…my Google acct is not working, I’ve posted on your blog, but the comments disappear! Thinking of you! :)
The first scripture that came to mind this morning was: “I will bless the Lord a all times and His praise shall continually be in my mouth. My soul will make a boast of the Lord. The humble shall hear it and be glad. Oh magnify the Lord with me and let us exalt His name together.” Psalm 34:1-3
Then I remembered one of my favorites; I’ll just post the first two verses:
“He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High
Will abide in the shadow of the Almighty.
I will say to the Lord, “My refuge and my fortress,
My God, in whom I trust!” Psalm 91:1,2
Confidence can be contagious. Share some today as you enourage yourself and others in the Lord. Praying for you Kcb…and all of you mighty women of God who desire prayer today. Be blessed!
Cynthia, have you heard this song rendition of Psalm 91? It's fantastic… http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ntd18gxdSGk. I listened to it over and over again when my husband and I were waiting for our adoption to go through and it was unsure and scary. When I finally had my beautiful daughter in my arms at home, I held her and sang it to her. The Lord is good!
So sorry guys! The Passage I put up in my last comment is actually in The Message translation not NLT
Ps 34:1-18(NLT)
1 I bless GOD every chance I get; my lungs expand with his praise.
2 I live and breathe GOD; if things aren’t going well, hear this and be happy:
3 Join me in spreading the news; together let’s get the word out.
4 GOD met me more than halfway, he freed me from my anxious fears.
5 Look at him; give him your warmest smile. Never hide your feelings from him.
6 When I was desperate, I called out, and GOD got me out of a tight spot.
7 GOD’s angel sets up a circle of protection around us while we pray.
8 Open your mouth and taste, open your eyes and see— how good GOD is. Blessed are you who run to him.
9 Worship GOD if you want the best; worship opens doors to all his goodness.
10 Young lions on the prowl get hungry, but GOD-seekers are full of God.
11 Come, children, listen closely; I’ll give you a lesson in God worship.
12 Who out there has a lust for life? Can’t wait each day to come upon beauty?
13 Guard your tongue from profanity, and no more lying through your teeth.
14 Turn your back on sin; do something good. Embrace peace—don’t let it get away!
15 GOD keeps an eye on his friends, his ears pick up every moan and groan.
16 GOD won’t put up with rebels; he’ll cull them from the pack.
17 Is anyone crying for help? GOD is listening, ready to rescue you.
18 If your heart is broken, you’ll find GOD right there; if you’re kicked in the gut, he’ll help you catch your breath.
“Those who trust in the Lord are as secure as Mount Zion. They will not be defeated but will endure forever” (Psalm 125:1 NLT) I typed that from memory because I’ve needed to remind myself so often that my security is in Him this morning. My emotional security, financial security, physical security, spiritual security is. In. Him. So when worry threatens to overwhelm me, I will lay my insecurities down at His feet. Praying for you ladies in the comment box one by one today.
For this very reason, make every effort to add to your faith goodness; and to goodness, knowledge; 6 and to knowledge, self-control; and to self-control, perseverance; and to perseverance, godliness; 7 and to godliness, mutual affection; and to mutual affection, love. 8 For if you possess these qualities in increasing measure, they will keep you from being ineffective and unproductive in your knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ. 2 peter 1: 5-8.
thank you for your words. Just this week, I have been praying for my son, and especially for his self-esteem. I love how you remind us to put our confidence in the Lord. and your right, confidence in ourselves and in others will fail us. thank you for directing me to a better way to pray for him, and for the reminder of God's words.
I just started a new job this week and am totally outside of my comfort zone. There is so much to learn and new information to retain. So this is exactly what I needed. I needed to hear that my confidence doesn’t come from me telling myself “take it one hour at a time”, it comes from Him. The peace that washes over me when I would take a moment to say a little pray during the day helps so much more than any little mantra that I could come up with. Thank you for an opening post, as always. xoxo
God is going to give you everything you need to do this job. Remeber that's it's when you're out of your comfort zone that God is most glorified. It's easier for Him to live through if you don't know what you're doing! He is strong IN our weakness!
I just got knocked off my mountain tonight. I’m trying not to freak out. I put my confidence in the Lord.
Stay strong, Kcb. God will not leave you, no matter how low your valley seems. Praying for you!!
thank you this means more than you know
Praying for His great peace and comfort for you. He is where your help comes from!
thank you so much, this is encouraging
I feel ya. God will stretch out His wings to catch you, me, all of us. Hang in there & hope your day got better.
Praying for you Kcb!