My a-ha moment is realizing that I isolate myself from women's groups because of insecurities. I would be embarrassed for anyone to know all the things that have happened to me, which make me insecure. No wonder I don't want to play Bunco or join groups in the community or volunteer because I wouldn't possibly be able to bring anything to the table.
How do I overcome this "disability" this late in life??
My "a-ha" - - - "Truth is the first casualty in a media-crazed society."
Wow! We need to rely, hang onto, cling to The Truth - God's love for us. It is not about what society thinks; its what my Creator thinks! He not only notices me - He never takes His eyes off me! -Kellie
Insecurity robs us and makes us settle. But God knows we'e insecure and has enough (security) for both of us. I realize that there are numerous things I have missed out on because of my insecurity. I pray that God would give me more of his security. -Sara
Deborah helped me realize this! Not accepting a compliment from someone can invalidate them; but accepting their compliment gracefully can show honor and respect to them.
On Page 86 she says that "the Father does not take lightly"...He does not take lightly. Just shows me how much of a FATHER He is. He is our protector and he actually understands! Someone actually understands me! Which triumphs over my insecurity of being alone!
Big "aha" moment this week - "God uses change to change us." I have had a lot of change this past year and now realize that I would not have moved on to the next place He had for me if something didn't happen to change the way, place or circumstances I was previously in.
I had a busy week - wedding / graduation / family staying over ... so ... I got behind on my reading. God said to just GO to my meeting an i did! THAT was in itself facing my insecurity in not being prepared and my perfectionism too. God can bless no matter what the circumstances!
I am amazed at all the things that have stuck with me. The insecurities that have stemmed from evens that I thought were so insignificant have just paralyzed me at times.
Until we sort out our insecurity, we can't, in every sense of the saying, see the forest for the trees. This line really spoke to me. These chapters made me realize exactly where my insecurities come from. -Toni
Pride cheats me of intimacy - and intimacy requires transparency! Pride can drive me to distraction and I see that happening now during a tough time our family is going through. Am I trying to busy myself to avoid being transparent and letting others pour into my life? Dear Jesus, please break me of this!
"Insecurity makes us put our gifts on a shelf to gather demons dust" Wow! I need to stop allowing Satan/my insecurities to rob what God wants to do in my life.
Pg. 105 - I have always tended to be a perfectionist and it was interesting to read that perfectionism is insecurity in an art form. It's funny that if we think we are in control, we think that will help our insecurities. What I really need is the Lord!
What an honest group this is. Women are really opening up and being real. I hope not only does this book change my life but all my fellow friends. God is doing something BIG!!! I am so thankful for Becca opening up her home. I may not have finished the book if it was not for this structure. Talk about nuggets.........I will over come insecurity. I am clothed with strength and dignity and so are you sisters in Christ!!!!!!!! Lisette
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My a-ha moment is realizing that I isolate myself from women's groups because of insecurities. I would be embarrassed for anyone to know all the things that have happened to me, which make me insecure. No wonder I don't want to play Bunco or join groups in the community or volunteer because I wouldn't possibly be able to bring anything to the table.
ReplyDeleteHow do I overcome this "disability" this late in life??
My a-a moment....
ReplyDeletePride is a driver - it drives us in the opposite direction than it promised.
We no longer need pride to drive us because we have found something more fulfilling - purpose!
My "a-ha" - - -
ReplyDelete"Truth is the first casualty in a media-crazed society."
Wow! We need to rely, hang onto, cling to The Truth - God's love for us. It is not about what society thinks; its what my Creator thinks! He not only notices me - He never takes His eyes off me!
-Kellie
My "a-ha" moment:
ReplyDeleteInsecurity robs us and makes us settle. But God knows we'e insecure and has enough (security) for both of us. I realize that there are numerous things I have missed out on because of my insecurity. I pray that God would give me more of his security.
-Sara
Becca's "ah-a" moment -
ReplyDeleteDeborah helped me realize this! Not accepting a compliment from someone can invalidate them; but accepting their compliment gracefully can show honor and respect to them.
God has brought freedom by helping me overcome some limitations that I have developed throughout life's journey.....
ReplyDeleteOn Page 86 she says that "the Father does not take lightly"...He does not take lightly. Just shows me how much of a FATHER He is. He is our protector and he actually understands! Someone actually understands me! Which triumphs over my insecurity of being alone!
ReplyDeleteGod knows it's scary to be us.
ReplyDeleteBig "aha" moment this week -
ReplyDelete"God uses change to change us."
I have had a lot of change this past year and now realize that I would not have moved on to the next place He had for me if something didn't happen to change the way, place or circumstances I was previously in.
I want every bit of what You have for me. I don't want to miss out on anything that You've called me to for Your glory!
ReplyDeleteConfidence is driven by the certainty of God-given identity an the conviction that nothing can take that identity away. p. 103
ReplyDelete-Terri
I had a busy week - wedding / graduation / family staying over ... so ... I got behind on my reading. God said to just GO to my meeting an i did! THAT was in itself facing my insecurity in not being prepared and my perfectionism too. God can bless no matter what the circumstances!
ReplyDeleteGod is pushing me out of my comfort zone thru this study and encouraging me to let go of m insecurities and give them to Him.
ReplyDeleteI am amazed at all the things that have stuck with me. The insecurities that have stemmed from evens that I thought were so insignificant have just paralyzed me at times.
ReplyDeleteUntil we sort out our insecurity, we can't, in every sense of the saying, see the forest for the trees. This line really spoke to me. These chapters made me realize exactly where my insecurities come from.
ReplyDelete-Toni
Pride cheats me of intimacy - and intimacy requires transparency! Pride can drive me to distraction and I see that happening now during a tough time our family is going through. Am I trying to busy myself to avoid being transparent and letting others pour into my life? Dear Jesus, please break me of this!
ReplyDeleteI NEED to let God shovel me out of insecurity because without Him I am stuck in my insecurity.
ReplyDelete"Insecurity makes us put our gifts on a shelf to gather demons dust"
ReplyDeleteWow! I need to stop allowing Satan/my insecurities to rob what God wants to do in my life.
Pg. 105 -
ReplyDeleteI have always tended to be a perfectionist and it was interesting to read that perfectionism is insecurity in an art form. It's funny that if we think we are in control, we think that will help our insecurities. What I really need is the Lord!
What an honest group this is. Women are really opening up and being real. I hope not only does this book change my life but all my fellow friends. God is doing something BIG!!! I am so thankful for Becca opening up her home. I may not have finished the book if it was not for this structure. Talk about nuggets.........I will over come insecurity. I am clothed with strength and dignity and so are you sisters in Christ!!!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteLisette
Ok, I totally like you! Bibles and bling...oh my :)!
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