First of all, no question is ever to ridiculous or stupid to ask.
We are only stupid if we don't ask the the question that is burning in our mind.
I am new here to the Forum and really seeking the same for me in my life.
I became saved in December 2004. I was born and raised Lutheran, but what have really come to see in my lately, what is more important is that I have a relationship with God.
I came to love God when I realized that trying to live my life my way was getting me nowhere.. I quit college at the age of 19, got married, had 3 kids, 12 years later, was divorced, entered my own path of dating, internet dating, seeking for someone to love me, seeking acceptance, ended up in an alchohlic relationship with an older man for 3 years, that ended.. which brought much pain.. through all of this, I finally realized I could no longer do it on my own.. I asked Jesus into my life..
Since then, my path has taken a different journey, but I still had that piece of me that I could not let go of.. Until it finally dawned on me that all along Mr. Right was right in front of me.. the Lord... he can give me everything.. now that was pretty awesome.. So I started faithfully to be in his word, to seek others out, to pray, to find a church which would uplift me, and the Pastor there said.. find a bible verse for 2008 instead of a new years goal..
Proverbs 3:5-6 Trust in the Lord with all your heart, lean not on your own understanding, acknowledge him in all ways and he will make your paths straight.. that is why your post caught my eye!
It is true.. if we seek him and let him in our heart, he does give us strength for everything we face.. sure I still struggle, but with even having faith, we will have persecution and suffering.. but the best part is.. there is one who loves me through all of this.
I no longer have to seek for a man to love me, I no longer have to seek for folks to accept me.. I am loved, for who I am a child of God. I am no longer alone in life.. I wake up every day and before stepping my feet on the ground.. I pray for the Lord to show me my direction.. if I listen there is prodding there..
But just so ya know.. Satan sure tries to get in .. especially when things are going well.. he does not want me to love God.. he tries so hard in alot of ways to destroy my life...
Have a great evening.. and keep on trusting
Jeremiah 29:11 I have a great hope and future for you says the Lord.
Faithwoman