Linking up with Lisa Jo again this week to participate in Five Minute Friday.
Today’s word is BELONG– ready, set go –
Growing up I had friends but I never felt like I really belonged. I always felt a little like I was on the outside looking into the party that was happening,…so close to being invited inside, but not quite.
This feeling has followed me into adulthood. I think I can be my own worst enemy and I will tell myself the lies that I don’t fit in and I won’t ever belong….so I stop trying to be involved in the very community that I crave.
But God has gently pushed me outside of my comfort zone, called me to community with other women who have made me feel that I DO belong. These God-Sized dreamers have encouraged me, walked along side of me, prayed for my family and cheered me on in my little triumphs.
I am seeing over and over again that God created us for this – community with other believers. And I am so grateful. Grateful that God brought this group of women together. Grateful for the opportunities that have come from saying “yes” to something that seemed scary at first. Because of you beautiful women I finally feel like I belong, and it is a party!
Love this! You are so right, too – this online community of women has changed my life. So glad you’re a part of it!
Thank you for sharing! We were created for community. I think one of the biggest lies that women believe from Satan (and I’m guilty too) is that we are alone in this and don’t fit in anywhere. We are all longing for community, but Satan is whispering in our ear that we could never be good enough. You DO belong. So thankful I found you on 5 Minute Friday.
So hear this! My own worst critic for years! Thankful for the Cross and Community . A place to belong! Blessings, Shandra
I’m so thankful for YOU, friend! You are a blessing to me and such an important part of my community! Hugs and happy Friday! 🙂
You’re such an encouragement. So glad you feel encouraged back. Have a great weekend and vacation (right?!).
I feel the same way! So blessed to be a part of an amazing group of women. You all inspire me, encourage me, and make me feel like I belong.
Blessings to You!
so blessed that you shared.
: ) We can really mess with ourselves by listening to the crazy that is ourselves. Love that you recognize it and move on.