Our self-esteem is based on how we evaluate and see ourselves. Some people see little value in themselves while others rate themselves highly.
A person with low self-esteem may have trouble expressing their needs and ideas to another and may have little confidence in themselves to make right decisions. They are more likely to criticize themselves to someone else.
The truth is, God made all of us. We are His creation and God has put high value on each person regardless of their status in life. In the bible we are reminded:
Lord, you are our Father. We are the clay. You are the potter. Your hands made all of us.
Isaiah 64:8
When we have made a mess of our lives, we often think that the consequences of our actions in the past define who we are in the future. We have low self-esteem and do not see a way forward. Our pride may stop us from seeking the help we need.
God sees things differently from us. Just like a potter, God will take a piece of flawed clay and rework it until what He has formed is perfected for the use he has in mind. When we are weary and burdened with life, God wants us to come to Him and be made new.
Come to me, all you who are tired and are carrying heavy loads. I will give you rest. Become my servants and learn from me. I am gentle and free of pride. You will find rest for your souls.
Matthew 11:28-29
Heavenly Father, we know You do not want our self-esteem to be less than the value You place on us and You do not want us to be prideful and think of ourselves more highly than we ought. You want us to think of ourselves with sober judgment and in the light of Your love for each one of us. You just want to reproduce Your character in us. We receive the truth in Your Word that:
You were taught to be made new in your thinking. You were taught to start living a new life. It is created to be truly good and holy, just as God is.
Ephesians 4:23-24
Please help us to see ourselves as You see us. Help us to take every thought captive to You so that You can perfect our way of thinking and enable us to become the persons You created us to be. Amen
Let’s give thanks for all God has given us today in our personality and our abilities and let’s keep our focus on all that is rather than all that isn’t. Have a great day.
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