Thriving...in Spite of It

What is courage?  A wise person once said "Courage isn't courage, until it's tested...and succeeds."  We all wonder--and doubt--what we are made of, until we can see those challenges in the rear view mirror.   As emotionally-wired creatures, we women are unfortunately prone to be motivated through every situation by one of two mind sets---either fear or courage. What are you afraid of? I am sure it's safe to say the number one underlying fear, beneath every pang of guilt, every flush of embarrassment, and every hesitancy to speak up or step out, is fear of rejection or abandonment. This is, however, one thing we should never fear.   Psalm 139 ... I can never escape from your Spirit! I can never get away from your presence! If I go up to heaven, you are there; if I go down to the grave, you are there. If I ride the wings of the morning, if I dwell by the farthest oceans, even there your hand will guide me, and your strength will support me. (Psalms 139:7-10 NLT) Wh