As a nod to my last post of the year 2019, I decided to write this one about a movie. Each year, my family watches a movie on Christmas day. Our tradition held firm despite the coronavirus as we selected the movie Wonder Woman 1984. We rigged up the television, huddled in our family room (my sister, brother in love, and nephew at her respective home), and settled in to stream the movie. If you haven’t seen it yet, then stop reading now (spoiler alert). We’ll see you next year for the next blog post. The movie caused me to ponder a question which I’ll discuss here.
In the first movie, Diana met and fell deeply in love with Steve Trevor. Not only was he the first man that she encountered, Steve also introduced her to life outside of the island of the Amazons. He was there as she discovered the decrepit state of humanity. In the end, he showed her there is also good in mankind with his ultimate sacrifice. Needless to say, there was an emotional connection as well as a physical one. Fast forward over sixty-five years into the future. Diana is now alone in the world. She has lost connection with her family. Her life spent in the shadows as she works as a silent hero. As the story progresses, she’s reunited with Steve but there is a catch. Diana is faced with a difficult decision. She must choose between the one who knows her best or saving a world that barely appreciates her. Letting him go meant stepping back into loneliness and obscurity. In the end, she embraces something much bigger than her desires. She chooses to walk in her purpose and ultimately rescue humanity from itself.
So, what would you choose? Do you hold onto a love only good for a moment as it takes you away from your purpose? While this relationship satisfied her longing to be loved, it robbed her of the one thing that she valued most. In addition, it distracted her from her destiny. As a single woman, I’ve been to countless seminars and conferences. One resonating message is the right relationship will move you towards your goals. It adds value to your life, not subtracts from it. If there’s one thing this year has taught us, isolation is not easy. But being in the wrong relationship can be even more detrimental. Don’t let the sting of loneliness cloud your judgement. If they are leading you away from the right path, then they are the wrong person to have in your life. This can be applied to non-romantic relationships as well. Business partners, friendships, etcetera should help you become the best version of yourself.
There is a promise that I’ve felt so strong on my spirit. It’s been a comfort to me all throughout my life. As I walk along the path God has for me, I trust Him to bring the right people along that path. I don’t strive to make connections. I don’t fight to make someone stay who chooses to step off that path. Some relationships are seasonal. Others God has completely blocked from my life. But when you understand your purpose and the direction you’re headed, it’s easier to know who’s meant to walk alongside you.
Be encouraged! 😊
Written by Christa Martina
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Scripture References: Amos 3:3 (NLT) “Can two people walk together without agreeing on the direction?”
Proverbs 27:17 (NLT) “As iron sharpens iron, so a friend sharpens a friend.”
**I own no rights to this photo or story plot. Credit to William M. Marston and Warner Bros. pictures**
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