Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you wonder, what will “they” think….if I wear this outfit, if I laugh too loud, if I have a different political opinion, if I have a visible disability, if I cry, if I choose to not participate, if I cheer loudly for another team, if I indulge in a glass of wine, if I drive an older model car, if I miss an easy hole on the golf course, if I dance with two left feet, …this list of “what ifs” could be the entire blog.

        In Proverbs 29:25 we read: “The fear of human opinion disables; trusting in God protects you from that.” Isn’t it wonderful that God’s Holy Word provides THE ANSWERS for us? If we trust in God, regarding all the “what ifs” in our lives, we are then able to ignore what others think about us or our life.  Trusting God, who loves us unconditionally, despite our “what ifs”, to protect us, to guide us, to provide for us, to hear us, we can be secure in knowing He is our shield and defender.

        By putting God first, by turning to Him before even remotely considering the opinion of others, trusting Him, we have no fear.  The opinions of others simply do not matter.  We are God’s children and we live to please Him and only Him.  We are forgiven.  We can receive His grace and mercy.  We are made in His image.  What others think should not be on your radar.  Be your best self because Jesus loves you!

Jill