Discouraging Voices

My devotional was perfect for me today! (and usually always) It talked about how discouraging voices are loud and persuasive. And how most people... especially myself...are willing to give up at the slightest hint of confrontation or storm. But regardless of what happens, what other may say, we have to 'sail on'. 

Sail on! Those are the two words you need to enter into the log of our spiritual journey. As we focus on truly becoming a woman who honors God, He will guide our steps and empower our service to Him. 

With support from fellow women and with God's guidance we CAN 'sail on'. This was so encouraging to me. I've always battled with my outer appearance, weight, and trying to please my husband. My husband st times can be very discouraging...he tells me that "I'm a big girl and need to lose weight". And than on the other hand other tell me I look fine. The constant battle makes me just give-up or boycott any type of physical activities and if I do do them, they aren't as fun as they should be. So, as of late, I've been telling myself I HAVE to do it for ME and no one else. As I mentioned before...I'm in belly-dance classes and am really digging it. They are so much fun. I'm getting encouraged because there are women there of all shapes, sizes, and age. I am the youngest in my class...At first I was intimidated, but know feel empowered because of it. I am young and should be proud and happy with my youth. Enjoy the moments I have. I'm so happy that I've found an activity that I can loosen up and just have fun! I'm also planning on rewarding myself with a tattoo (I've wanted them for seems like ages). I want to be a healthy, fit, energetic, and sexy mom! 


Well...I'll keep updates of my progress. Right now I'm just enjoying myself and learning to have fun! A woman's gotta have some fun in her life. It can't be all chores and pleasing everyone else around her. 


Lord, thank you for this wonderful day You have blessed us with. May You keep encouraging us each and everyday. Help us to 'sail on'. Each day give me strength to sail in the pursuit of Your destiny for me. I long to reach the final shore and hear those wonderful words..."Well done! You've been a good and faithful servant." I also pray that You help to give my husband more compassion towards me and other around him. Make hi a better servant unto You. Thank You Lord for doing such a glorious work in me.      Amen