In a world of career oriented women, where pursuing a full time job and being independent is just what you "do" and no only that, is encouraged, it is very difficult for us young ladies who have the desire to be a daughter in our father's house and homemaker to not feel alone in our desires and convictions. Being part of the minority of girls who are not planning on going to college and becoming a "career woman", I understand the pressure and discouragement we face as we go against the flow of today's norm.
However, I want to encourage all you ladies to stay strong in your convictions as we pursue homemaking and our interests and try not to get discouraged for I know it can be hard.
Here are some quotes and verses that I have found encouraging lately...
But let it be the hidden person of the heart, with the imperishable quality of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is precious in the sight of God
1 Peter 3:4
Let no one look down on your youthfulness, but rather in speech, conduct, love, faith and purity, show yourself an example of those who believe.
1 Timothy 4:12
This has been on my mind lately being in my last year of school and having lots of people ask me what my plans are after I graduate. In that, my intentions are not to look down on someone for going off to college, I just wanted to share my convictions.
Here are some quotes and verses that I have found encouraging lately...
But let it be the hidden person of the heart, with the imperishable quality of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is precious in the sight of God
1 Peter 3:4
Let no one look down on your youthfulness, but rather in speech, conduct, love, faith and purity, show yourself an example of those who believe.
1 Timothy 4:12
This has been on my mind lately being in my last year of school and having lots of people ask me what my plans are after I graduate. In that, my intentions are not to look down on someone for going off to college, I just wanted to share my convictions.
What would you like to do with your after high school time?
Feel free to share your thoughts on this matter, I would love to hear your input!
Great post, Lacy! Thank you for sharing with us! It's always good to read encouraging posts about this subject.
ReplyDeleteThank you Haley for reading and commenting!!!
DeleteThank you, Lacy!!!! I understand the pressure. It is hard when I tell people that I graduated in June and they ask me what I am doing now. When I tell them that I help teach my younger sibling and am involved in various projects, they look at my like I have lost my mind and that I am a very stupid person. I have to remember that God's calling for me is higher than the worlds career expectations.
ReplyDeleteAs for what I enjoy doing now that I have graduated; I really like having a freer schedule to volunteer for different things. I also have more time to practice music and photography. I really, really like not having school that takes up most of my day :):)
Yes I totally understand the "you're crazy" look. It can be quite annoying at times.
DeleteI can't wait to graduate so that I can do other things of interest, and from what you have told me it sounds wonderful to not have school all day:)
Thanks, Lacy! It is very encouraging. It reminds me of something that we have talked about late at night. ;)
ReplyDeleteYes, it's one if the many topics we've covered:) Oh Hannah, those late night talks mean a great deal to me.
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