" But as for you, be strong and don't give up, for your work will be rewarded." 2 Chronicles 15:7 NIV Bible
I think I waited to hear someone tell me that most of my life. I longed for the words, I think that's, because it conveys I have some value, that's worth rewarded. No matter how many years I yearned to hear it from someone, a friend, a family member, a stranger on the street, those words never would come. I was waiting for someone else to validate my life, my value, and my efforts!
The thing is, Christ was always in the background saying this to me. Unfortunately, I had invisible earplugs in while the Lord said, "Debbie, be strong and don't give up, for you are of value, and your work will be rewarded." Fortunately for me, the Lord God doesn't give up that easily, despite invisible earplugs or an independent, stubborn attitude.
I was blessed that Jesus Christ loved me as I am, and saw through my layers of fat, that hid my insecurities beneath them, from the sight of others. He showed me that no matter what my size was, I had value. So much so, that Jesus gave His own life for me, to save me from myself, the invisible earplugs, and the sinful things I did to punish myself for not being lovable. When in fact, I was very loved, but just didn't see it through the pain! But Christ never gave up and continued to tell me, "Debbie, be strong and don't give up, for you are of value, and your work will be rewarded," and eventually, I genuinely listened to Him!
