Do you feel passed over, overlooked, or forgotten? Remember you are never overlooked by the One who treasures you.
Back in high school, I remember trying out for the cheerleading squad. Although I knew my flexibility and coordination skills were not the most graceful, I practiced non-stop during my sophomore year, only to not be picked. (Spoiler alert! I was finally selected as a Varsity cheerleader in my senior year). Then one time, as a recording artist, I wanted my song to be picked and for me to sing it. The song was picked, but with another singer singing it – ouch. And the times I watched from the sidelines as my peers rose in their positions, me waving, hoping they would still remember me (and they did).
Mainly, I have learned that sometimes you are picked, and sometimes you are not. Because disappointments arrive when we look at people, our careers, or clicks and likes for validation. Even with my share of blessings, I feel the sting of not belonging, being on the sidelines, and being unnoticed at times.
But then God whispers, “Why do you fret? Do you know that I chose you?
In Deuteronomy 14:2, we find God’s promise, “For you are a holy people to the LORD your God, and the LORD has chosen you to be a people for Himself, a special treasure above all the peoples who are on the face of the earth” (NKJV).
God chose the Israelites to be His.
Through Jesus Christ God chose us to be His special royal and holy people. Picking us out of the darkness and moving us into His marvelous light. (1 Peter 2:9).
But then God whispers, “Why do you fret? Do you know that I chose you? #chosen #encouragement #trustGod
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Into His Marvelous Light –
This is a beautiful balm for my weary soul. My validation is not from people because God validates me. I am the apple of His eye.
It is crucial to remember that you, too, are special to God because you are His daughter.
Therefore, remember that God hand-picked you the next time you feel abandoned, excluded, or neglected. And, you are His special treasure.
So, dance in the light, free from the darkness, Holy daughter of the Most Highest. For you are never overlooked by the One who treasures you.
How are you dancing today?
Dance in the light, free from the darkness, Holy daughter of the Most Highest. For you are never overlooked by the One who treasures you. #chosen #Godstreasure #encouragement
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I remember right after my first child was born, Deborah, how the enemy whispered that I could no longer bring any value to the household. And I immediately felt so bad. When I repeated the lie to the Lord, He answered, “You are not for sale.” That brought an incredible amount of freedom to me! We have been bought with a price, and He is the One that assigns our value – no one else.
Lisa, thank you so much for sharing your story with me. That must of been so upsetting. But it is wonderful that you brought the lie to the LORD and I love, “You are not for sale.” And yes such freedom in knowing we belong to Him and I love that He assigns are value and no one else.
I LOVE this: “So, dance in the light, free from the darkness, Holy daughter of the Most Highest. For you are never overlooked by the One who treasures you.”
God whispers to me about abiding and remaining in His light, too! The enemy roars like a lion but he can only do it from the shadows and as long as we remain in His light, we are free from the darkness! I love your writing, Deborah! Your beautiful words always draw me in to the presence of my beautiful Jesus … ???
Donna, thank you for your lovely words. You bring me joy as I read them. Yes, our enemy is in the shadows and we are in His light and free – our beautiful Jesus. May your day be full of love and blessings.
Deborah, such a beautiful, encouraging post! I have spent most of my life being passed over for something or other. I have learned to cheer others on and find Joy in Christ’ s choosing me as His beloved. It still hurts sometimes when I’m passed over, but this truth brings me home. Thank you!
Donna, thank you so much. Being passed over is a common thread in the world but thankfully not with God. It does hurt and I think that is ok. Sometimes I will say, “God this hurts. I wanted that.” he then So it’s me. And often down the line I see why I was passed over – it had been for protection, lessons to learn, and because He had something better in mind.
I’m no stranger to loneliness and isolation, I’ve pretty much known it while growing up in school, and even in college. It’s a painful and isolating experience and journey. Rejection is a part of life and some people experience that more than others. I certainly have felt like I’m not good enough and will never be in people’s eyes. It’s funny how this has been on my mind recently and I see this post… but rather than drawing close to God, I keep Him at arms length whenever I’m confronted with these feelings, or they suddenly rise up. It’s something I need to keep working on if I actually want to draw close to God. Though it hasn’t stopped Him from using me to write blog posts and help others, still. Thank you for sharing this lovely post <3 I better do some pondering and meditating on this.
Hi Jen, thank you for sharing with me. I think it can be one of our defenses when we feel this way to even push God away. But when we are close to Him we can tell Him all we feel – the pain, disappointment, hurt. I find when I do this I draw closer to Him and feel His love and peace calming me. There is a wonderful book by Whitney Atkins that I recently read called, “Overlooked.” It has helped me to understand some of my feelings in a gospel-centered way. Also, often our writing is what we are going through in our journey. You will help many others feel this way as you write about your journey with God. I look forward to reading your writing and getting to know you.
Thank you, Deborah, for being vulnerable and sharing your experiences and insights! When I contrast the inconsistency in how people see and treat me to how God always calls me his beloved daughter, my joy for him magnifies. Thank you for sharing this encouraging truth!!
Ela, thank you for reading and sharing your experience. That is so valid – God is never inconsistent – He is always the same loving Father. Thank goodness we have our Rock.
Deborah, this is beautifully encouraging. Knowing God chose each one of us, and treasures us as His own, is precious as it also removes having to compete with others. He loves us as if we were the only one.
Joanne, thank you. I love that God loves us as if we were the only ones. And God can do that, can’t He? It also helps clear my mind – when I am loved like this I feel so safe and secure.
Debbie, this is perfect. This made me recall being bullied in highschool. And your encouragement here just touched my soul.
Thank you so very much for sharing this with Sweet Tea & Friends this month sweet friend.
Paula, I am sorry to hear you were bullied. I a gang of girls tease me and it was no fun. Blessings to you.