Low self-esteem. No self-worth. This is the experience of many who suffer in addictive lifestyles. Negative thoughts about ourselves and our ability to do well in life lead to obsessive thoughts. We make a simple mistake and we feel like we are a complete failure. When others disagree with what we are saying, we are unable to cope. We feel no matter how hard we try, we can’t measure up. What are we left with? A general feeling of hopelessness that God never intended us to have.
God created human beings in his own image. In the image of God he created them; male and female he created them. Then God looked over all he had made, and he saw that it was very good! (Genesis 1:27, 31 NLT)
Whenever we question our worth we need to challenge our thinking against what God says in the Bible. Where we received negative messages which resulted in feelings of worthlessness, we need to challenge our thoughts with the truth that God does not make junk. God looked at the humans He created, including us, and said they were very good. Our self-worth should be based on what God says rather than on what we have determined, or what others say.
For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well. (Psalm 139:13-14 NIV)
“I know the plans I have for you,” says the Lord. “They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope”. (Jeremiah 29:11 NLT)
Prayer – Heavenly Father, I am awed by Your knowledge of me, and the purpose You have for my life. May I ever be reminded that I am a cherished and valued child of God. AMEN
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