Finding the Beauty Within

These past couple weeks have been quite a challenge for me. Summer is always a difficult season for me because I must face the world with short sleeves and shorts. I must contend with the stares and questions about my scars. I can't hide behind sweaters and jeans and it makes me feel vulnerable. And then after a week in Florida were most the girls are a size triple 0 and wear next to nothing, Satan decides to attack me even further with lies of insecurity. So how do I find my self worth? Where has my value gone? I know God has blessed me with many gifts, talents, and good attributes; but why is it so hard to believe I am desirable? Where have I stepped off the path that leads to God being my everything? I miss my accountability group, my support system to raise me up when times are hard. The best friend that is there in the ups and downs. I hope that this summer I can overcome the lies of Satan. That I find my value in Christ and that I can hold onto the promises He has given me. I am hoping this summer I can find contentment in myself.

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