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Do you ever compare yourself to other women and feel like you don’t measure up?
Maybe you feel think you’re not as smart, pretty, fun, organized or as good at _______ as they are.
I’m sharing my heart over at P31 today about how easy it is to think that if we had more or knew more, we’d be secure. But the truth is, even people who have it all still struggle with feelings of insecurity. The Bible opens with teh story of a woman who had everything but it still wasn’t enough (Genesis 2).
Even though God established Eve’s worth as His child; the crown of His creation and lavished her with gifts of intimacy, beauty, security, significance, and purpose – it wasn’t enough. Satan convinced Eve to take her eyes off what she did have and focus on what she didn’t have.
Have you also heard Satan’s whispers, saying you’re not all you could be — or should be?
Just like Eve, you and I have an enemy. The Bible calls him the father of lies, and tell us there is no truth in him (John 8:44). Interestingly, the meaning of the word lie is “a falsehood with the intent to deceive.”
Satan doesn’t just lie. He has intends to deceive us by getting us to take our eyes off of who we are and what we have in Christ. It’s exactly what he did with Eve:
“Then the eyes of both [Adam and Eve] were opened, and they realized they were naked; so they sewed fig leaves together and made coverings for themselves.
Then the man and his wife heard the sound of the Lord God as he was walking in the garden in the cool of the day, and they hid from the Lord God among the trees of the garden. But the Lord God called to the man, ‘Where are you?’
He answered, ‘I heard you in the garden, and I was afraid because I was naked; so I hid.’” (Gen. 3:7–11)
In response, God asks who told them they were naked. In other words, “Who told you that something is wrong with you?” By asking this, God made sure they knew someone was casting shame on them—and it wasn’t Him.
The enemy whispered lies into their hearts, causing them to move away from Him and from each other.
Satan’s intent for us is exactly the same as it was for Eve. He wants us to believe his deceptions and fall into the distraction of feeling inadequate, insecure and like we’ll never measure up. But we don’t have to go along with him. Instead we can pray, “Lord, help me recognize Satan’s lies, refuse his temptations and rely on Your truth about me instead.”
If we have put our trust in Jesus as our Savior, we can stand on the promises of who we are in Him. And when we are tempted to measure up, we can choose to focus “up” instead as we rely on these truths to remind our hearts of who you are in Christ.
I am accepted . . .
- I am God’s child. John 1:12
- I have been bought with a price and I belong to God. 1 Corinthians 6:19–20
- I have been chosen by God and adopted as His child. Ephesians 1:3–8
- I have direct access to the throne of grace through Jesus Christ. Hebrews 4:14–16
I am secure . . .
- I am assured that God works for my good in all circumstances. Romans 8:28
- I am free from condemnation. I cannot be separated from God’s love. Romans 8:31–39
- I have been established, anointed, and sealed by God. 2 Corinthians 1:21–22
- I am hidden with Christ in God. Colossians 3:1–4
- I am confident God will complete the good work He started in me. Philippians 1:6
- I have been given a spirit of power, love, and a sound mind. 2 Timothy 1:7
I am significant . . .
- I have been chosen and appointed to bear fruit. John 15:16
- I am a minister of reconciliation for God. 2 Corinthians 5:17–21
- I am seated with Jesus Christ in the heavenly realm. Ephesians 2:6
- I am God’s workmanship. Ephesians 2:10
- I may approach God with freedom and confidence. Ephesians 3:12
- I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me. Philippians 4:13
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I am confident God will complete the good work He started in me. Philippians 1:6
I’ve always wished I had the confidence of those around me, thanks for powerful thoughts to help retrain my insecure ones
Thank you Renee for your encouraging words. I have struggled with comparing myself to others for years and still do. I am however learning to look at my strengths and listen to GOD’S voice instead of Satan”s lies.
Thank you, thank you! I’m sitting here this morning battling with feelings of inadequacy about many aspects of my life. I realize that it’s the enemy and I will keep Philippians 4:13 close today; especially at work.
I can do ALL things through Christ who gives me strength.
I love how you stated God’s reaction to Adam & Eve knowing they were naked, “Who told you that something is wrong with you?” For me a pause to reflect on that question could help ease self doubt. Thank you Renee.
Thank you for sharing that, Amy. I guess it didn’t stick out for me as much as I read through the devo, but it is a very good question! It makes me smile! May God bless you richly!
I keep the 2 Timothy verse on a which I use as a bookmark 🙂
Life is such a struggle sometimes… Thank you for your beautiful post, Renee.
I have been chosen and appointed to bear fruit. John 15:16
I am holding on to the above. It’s so easy to sometimes forget that I am significant or that I matter. Chasing one thing or the other in life and how long it takes at times can make one begin to feel like I am not doing anything and lose a sense of self worth but I will choose to just focus on God knowing that no matter what. I AM SIGNIFICANT IN HIS EYES. Thank you Renee
I have been chosen and appointed to bear fruit. John 15:16
I am holding on to the above. It’s so easy to sometimes forget that I am significant or that I matter. Chasing one thing or the other in life and how long it takes at times can make one begin to feel like I am doing anything and lose a sense of self worth but I will choose to just focus on God knowing that no matter what. I AM SIGNIFICANT IN HIS EYES. Thank you Renee
This really speaks to me today. I am starting in a new position today at work. It’s easy to feel insecure and lose confidence. Today I am just going to focus on who I am in Christ, and the rest will fall into place. I pray He works through me and gives me confidence and security.
Thank you for these reminders that I am who God says I am! I often struggle with insecurity and tend to compare myself with others. I need to look UP instead of looking around and comparing. I have prayed that God will help me to focus on that today.
Thank you for the printable book mark as well. <3
Thank you for the reminder!Thank you for the truth!God bless you!
I feel useless. I know all the promises in the Bible are meant for me, as well as others, it’s just hard for me to grasp.
Praying for you, Elaine. I am praying that God send His ministering angel(s) to break the power of that lie over your life. If is a lie, you know. You are not useless, at all. You can pray for others, and that is so very important. I am sure God has more for you, too. May you be strengthened in your inner man to keep your eyes, heart and mind fixed on Jesus. He is your Lord and Savior, no? May you be enabled to be still and rest in His great and deep love for you, then be able to hear His sweet voice, receive His promises as for you, and finally move forward in His plan and purposes. In Jesus’ Name, Amen! Love, hugs and prayers, Because of Jesus, Cindy
Thank you for your words they are ver encouraging. I would love to read the whole book.
I needed to see this today. I am currently struggling with doubt regarding school. I feel as if I am always facing obstacles and I get a little burnt out from time to time. However, reading today’s post reminded me that with God by my side I can continue to overcome and succeed.
The comparison trap speaks to my heart so very much. I am so guilty because of circumstances I struggle with, of comparing my life to other women I admire. I never measure up in my mind. Thank you for reminding me that I don’t have to measure up to be loved by my Heavenly Father, and for the truths from His Word. Much needed today.
Oh Becky. I so understand. I’ve come to realize that we’ll never measure up to others because we are only able to compare how we feel on the inside to how they look like they have it all together on the outside. It’s only an illusion and yet it’s such a powerful distraction Satan uses to keep us from loving the life we have. Praying you will see how wonderfully made you are today – and know that you are LOVED by your Maker!!
I am holding on to the promise that there is no condemnation in Christ and nothing can separate me from His love.
Thanks for these reminders, Renee!
Amen Elisabeth! Praying Romans 8:31 for you now. Nothing can separate you from HIS Love!
I was feeling way down tonight about my self and then I seen this thanks so much for posting all of this I am going to put it under my pillow tonight too my favorite is God works for my good in all circumstances
Praying for you this morning Mary, that you will sense God working for your good in all circumstances. You are so loved by Your Maker!!
Thank you for speaking truth into my life. I find myself so many times comparing myself to others and feeling like I am not as talented as others or that I am more of an annoyance to them then anything. Then I am reminded that God doesn’t make mistakes and that He made me the way I am for a purpose and that He calls me altogether beautiful. I love the verse by 2 Timothy 1:7. Living insecure is the last thing that God wants for me. Now it’s about taking that head knowledge and transferring it as heart knowledge! Thanks again for your encouragement 🙂
Thank you for everything you shared, Katie. These days I am feeling like I am more of an annoyance lately. 🙁 I ask a lot of questions, and this makes people feel like I want too much detail. It probably makes them feel other ways, too, that I know not. God is dealing with me, too, about trying too hard to help others. I really like your statement,: “Living insecure is the last thing that God wants for me.” That is so true – otherwise why would He have provided us with so much encouragement, so many promises and such a great and deep love! 🙂 May God continue to bless you richly!
Thank you for sharing Cindy! I love what you said here: Living insecure is the last thing that God wants for me.” That is so true – otherwise why would He have provided us with so much encouragement, so many promises and such a great and deep love!
So so true. Praying for you today!
Thank you, Renee.
You are uniquely and wonderfully made! Hand-made by your Maker and He loves you! Praying for what we know in our heads to sink deep into our hearts today. And praying 2 Tim 1:7 specifically for you this morning Katie!!
Love this, Renee!! It is always great to reminded that we are HIS and we have a purpose. I have been chosen by God and adopted as His child. Ephesians 1:3–8 Is the one I most related to (I related to all, but this being chosen is the one I struggle with most) I always think I am not good enough and don’t measure up to the expectations of being a Christian then I remember that God loves us just the way we are and He is working in my life to mold me into His image I just have to let him.
Yes, Miranda! Thank you very much for this reminder. May God continue to bless you richly.
Such a beautiful promise and reminder – one I need everyday too! Praying this beautiful truth of being chosen and enough will sink deep into our bones today Miranda!
Oh sweet Renee! I am tucking away the promise that “I am confident God will complete the good work He started in me.” Philippians 1:6 under my pillow tonight! Thanks always for your beautiful encouragement in every area of my life!!!
I love that promise! Thank you for your constant encouragement and the beautiful ways you SHINE His love sweet friend! Praying for you today!