Thursday, February 2, 2012

Worth.

Worth.

That's always been such a sensitive topic for me. It's definitely one of the things I struggled with the most growing up, and still today. Self Worth. It has literally haunted me. That quiet roar telling me that I'm not good enough. That I'm not loved. That no one notices me. That if I was gone, I wouldn't be missed.
I never understood why I felt this way. I don't have a bad life. I have friends and a God who love me and a family who may not be perfect, but I still have a family. It has never made sense to me.

Right now, I'm reading a book called Captivating by John and Stasi Eldredge. It is absolutely amazing.
I was reading it a couple days ago at work and I came across a few sentences that have completely blown my mind.  

"A woman's struggle with her sense of worth points to something glorious she was designed to be. The great emptiness we feel points to the great place we were created for."


How amazing is that? The struggle I have with my self worth is a result of the purpose and destiny God has designed for my life. I feel empty and wanting because there's something incredible that I have yet to achieve.

If you have questioned your sense of worth and struggled with the mindset that YOU MATTER, take heart. God has something planned for you that you could only dream of.


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.

                                                                                    Jeremiah 29:11


Just a few things from these past few weeks that have challenged me, encouraged me, made me happy, or put a smile on my face.



Love, meg


1 comment:

  1. Aw. I stumbled across your sweet blog tonight.
    I'm really glad that I did.
    I think as women we all struggle with our self-worth. I am pretty sure I posted about that very topic not too long ago.
    I have read 'Captivating' and I would recommend all girls/women read it!
    Thanks so much for sharing.
    You are definitely worth so much, especially in the eyes of our gracious & loving Father!
    Have a wonderful week!
    much love, colie

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