Let's go back to my parent's generation of music. "You're the greatest, my greatest inspiration." Good old Teddy. Yet now, the lyrics in what is suppose to be a love song is quite different today. What has happened from our parent's time until now? Upon a conversation with my Uncle, I pondered upon this question within my heart.
There was a time when men showed respect towards women. They spoke nothing but sweetness in our ears. They reminded us how beautiful we were, and made us feel like we were number one in their world. Yet today, I find some men are saying things like they just want sex, not a relationship. What is more disturbing is how some women are agreeing to this, only to get their emotions hurt at the end. Hmm, Let's see if we can dig deeper into this.
Proverbs 18:22
He who finds a wife finds what is good and receives favor from the LORD.
Even the Lord said we are a good thing. Then why are we as women not acting accordingly? Maybe it was abuse, maybe it was low self-esteem, maybe you were taught sexuality is the way to a man. It's time to get a release from emotional pains of the past that maybe hindering our present and future!
John 4:13-26...
I am reminded of the Samaritan woman and how clever Jesus ministered to her. She had affairs with five husbands. Yet our God let her know they that worship Him must worship Him in spirit and in truth. He showed compassion on an adulterous woman and sent his truth, as He is truth.
Hebrews 13:8
Jesus is the same yesterday, today, and forevermore.
The same God that showed compassion towards the Samaritan woman is the same God that can heal your emotional wounds. So I ask you, call on Jehovah Rophi, the Lord our healer. He doesn't just heal physically, but emotionally. He is here to help you release the emotional baggage you have been carrying around for years. Sex can't do it, a man can't do it, only Jesus Christ can meet your needs. He can restore your soul. He can help you realize your worth!
Psalms 32:5
Then I acknowledged my sin to you and did not cover up my iniquity. I said, "I will confess my transgressions to the LORD"--and you forgave the guilt of my sin.
You don't have to lower your standards just to feel complete with a man. You don't have to dress lustful to get a man. You don't have to be having sex just to feel loved. Jesus Christ is waiting for you to give your heart to him. So I encourage you as women to know your worth! Let's go back to demanding respect from men by respecting ourselves! Amen.
* For those you may not know Jesus Christ and will like to give your life to Him, click on the link below. It's a sinner prayer. I can guarantee you He will change your life for the better!
I love your blog, Evie! This is something that I pray about constantly. As mature women of God, I believe that we need to come together to pray for and mentor other (younger, in faith and in age) women.
ReplyDeleteGod bless you!
Lisa