Joshua 1:9

I recently finished a book called Captivating by John and Stasi Eldrege, and girls, if you haven't read this book, you need to! It's about women's relationship with God, and how women have one inherent question instilled in them at birth, that we spend our whole lives trying to get answered. The question is "Am I captivating?" (hence the book's title). As little girls we twirl around, or sing to anyone who'll listen, as I did, or show off in some other way, all asking for validation of this question. It is why we, as women, want to feel like Cinderella to someone.

This book could not have entered my life at a more poignant time (as this stuff always works out that way) because after some bumps on the road, including a breakup. I felt lost, that I was missing those who once validated my question, so to speak. I was angry and sad, and honestly pissed at God for putting these hard times in my path, but a friend of mine reminded and reassured me that everything was according to His plan, that there would be a purpose for this. He urged me not to turn away from God, but turn to Him, and read Joshua 1:9:

"Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go.”

Little by little I've feel like I'm beginning to understand the reason for my "bumps." He took away my distractions from Him, and left me with the only things that matter, my family and His love. Now, my validation comes from being a child of God. He's answered my question.