Self-esteem

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 opposite is true of those who rate themselves highly.  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. 

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 NIRV) 

God does not want our self-esteem to be less than the value He places on us and He does not want us to be prideful and think of ourselves more highly than we ought.  He wants us to think of ourselves with sober judgment and in the light of His love for each one of us.  He wants to reproduce His character in us.

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 NIRV)

Prayer: Heavenly Father, Please help me to see myself as You see me.  Help me to take every thought captive to You so that You can perfect my way of thinking and enable me to become the person You created me to be. Amen

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