Finding Your Worth: 7 Biblical Ways to Boost Your Self-Esteem
When the world says we ' re not enough, God ' s Word reminds us who we are. True self-esteem comes from seeing ourselves through His eyes and living in our God-given identity.
B y: K a t h y G a i n e s- S t i l l C e r t i f i e d T r a n s f o r m a t i o n a l L i f e C o a c h
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Know Who You Are in Christ You are not defined by your past or others ' opinions. You are God ' s masterpiece, created with purpose. " For we are God ' s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus …" Ephesians 2:10( NLT)
Reflection Prompt: Who does God say I am? List 3 affirmations based on this truth. Speak Life Over Yourself Your words matter. Choose to speak God ' s truth over fear and doubt. " The tongue has the power of life and death …" Proverbs 18:21( NIV)
Reflection Prompt: What negative words do I need to release? What truth will I replace them with?
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Surround Yourself with Uplifting People Build a circle of encouragement. You were never meant to walk alone. " Therefore encourage one another and build each other up …" 1 Thessalonians 5:11( NIV)
Reflection Prompt: Who in my life uplifts me? How can I nurture those connections?
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Meditate on God ' s Word Daily Let His Word reshape your thinking and renew your mind. " Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind …" Romans 12:2( NIV)
Reflection Prompt: What scripture can I meditate on this week to strengthen my self-esteem?
Celebrate Progress, Not Perfection God delights in your growth. Don ' t wait to feel " finished " to celebrate. " Being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion …" Philippians 1:6( NIV)
Reflection Prompt: What progress have I made that I can celebrate today?
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Practice Gratitude Gratitude shifts your focus to what ' s already working in your life. " Give thanks in all circumstances …" 1 Thessalonians 5:18( NIV)
Reflection Prompt: Write 3 things you ' re grateful for right now.
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Serve Others from the Heart Using your gifts affirms your value and purpose. " Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others …" 1 Peter 4:10( NIV)
Reflection Prompt: What is one way I can serve someone this week from a place of love?
Your Worth is Secure You are worthy. You are seen. You are deeply loved by the One who created you. Confidence starts with truth, and the truth is: You are already enough in Christ.
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Coach Kathy Gaines-Still, Transformational Life Coach | The Butterfly Effect | www. KathyStill. com | 301- 327-1143
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