In the Beth Moore's book, "So Long, Insecurity" chapter 12 she thoroughly discusses the fact that men see our insecurities. In this chapter there were a few responses to the question, "Where do you notice insecurity in women?" And the answers these men gave were dead on.
For me, I think before really dealing with my own insecurities I kinda wanted them to be one of the "skeletons" in my closet of dirt. Honestly I didn't and still don't want anyone to know that I am insecure, let alone be able to call out my insecurities by name. I really wanted them to be my secret. And the fact that men, can see my insecurities is kinda disheartening but also motivating to become a more confident person.
Since I have said that let me also add that being a more confident person is God's design for our lives with or without a male companion. And the changes we make about us should not happen because we want to change our image for men or anyone. The changes that we are challenged to make in our life in getting rid of our insecurities should stem from our love for Him- Jesus- Lover- Savior- Friend- King- Protector- Provider- HUSBAND- EVERYTHING!!!
It is important that I remind myself of what my motives are and should be concerning the changes I am allowing God to make in my life because if the wrong motives sneak in no real change takes place. For example if I try to become more secure so I can get a man- my new found security in God will be temporary and superficial. But if this security thing is for God by God then staying securely grounded in Him will change my future forever.
Who is woman that God is mindful of us or the daughters of mothers that you visit us? (Prov. 8:4; emphasis added)
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