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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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recently wrote my testimony but have not shared it yet. These words speak directly to it!
But when it comes to the planet of fitness and weight loss, this rule goes out the
window, with each sexes reaping HUGE benefits
from the identical thing – resistance education, aka lifting weights!
Over a year ago I bought the book A Confident Heart, yet due to my own fear, doubt, and negative self esteem did not open it. I lost myself and for many years stayed in doubt. During this time I have lost my husband to separation and feel unworthy of anyone’s love. I believed Satan’s lies about men and my husband which now I want my marriage and husband back. I want my relationship with God and love in my heart.
In the worst darkness I have struggled with my relationship to God and purpose as a women. Now I am grabbing hold of Christ and asking for support.
Thank you for your journey and inspiration. I look forward to this journey.
Thank you for posting the “Who I am in Christ” verses – I so need them! Love your ministry!
Romans 8:31-39 is where it is for this girl. Especially 38-39 ❤️❤️ I cannot tell you how many nights of doubt in myself and lies from satan these verses have gotten me through. No matter what is going on or where I’m struggling today He loves me. Nothing and no one can take that away from us. Thank you ladies for being such an amazing support to women all around the world who share this love for Christ. You are a blessing.
This post is truly a blessing and an encouragement to me. I have always thought so little of myself, I find myself comparing constantly in every area of my life. My marriage, children and my career. I thank God for you and how you have allowed Him to use you through your trials of life. I know that the devil is the father of lies and that he is a deceiver. Thank you for sharing this word of truth to encouragement and enlighten me of His Word of who I am as His child. May God continue to bless you, your ministry, marriage, and family.
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 needed to be reminded of this SO much right now, at this time. Several things just this week that involve finances, because we already had numerous things we were trying to take care of: replacing broken refrigerator, lawn mower unfixable, then emergency surgery for my dog, caring for him & not knowing how, daughter having trouble…anyway, these & some other stuff all culminating over the past week to 2 weeks have lead to my insecurities & doubts skyrocketing, lack of sleep & desire to eat, plus affecting my job to the point of making a pretty serious mistake – which could possibly lead to pretty serious situation for me at my job, which I love & am so grateful for! Have been battling the anxiety with my favorite go-to verse Phil 4:6-7, but the additional assurance is perfect timing. Thank you so much!
I have been struggling with image for such a long time. I feel like I’m on the outskirts of everything … I know Satan sends all of these little “you’re not good enough, pretty enough, funny enough …” thoughts into my head. I’m desperate for a way out!
I am in constant struggle with the lie that I’m not good enough. But at the same time, there is truth in that I am not good enough BY MYSELF. WITH God, I am enough. God is enough. And I am enough for God. See how it can be a bit confusing if we try to use our words to describe God’s perfect image of us. Really, only He can comprehend it all. Lol.
Absolutely LOVED your measure up article written for Proverbs 31 ministries. Just think if we could all stop comparing and start seeing not only ourselves, but one another for the good things we have what a different world it would be!
What a great way to start one’s morning. Beautifully written.
I find myself comparing myself OFTEN!! Just like Eve I feel I don’t measure up because of satans lies he is feeding me! But like you have said by filling my heart with the truth God has in his Love letter to us, the Bible, I can be reminded daily of his perfect love for us! This world is full of so many hurts and comparing, Lets stop competing and run this race together!!
Thank you Renee 🙂 Your words are refreshing to my soul! I’ve struggled with comparison for years. This can cause me to feel inferior or superior/ jealous or proud!
Only becoming a born-again Christian and allowing God to work in my life has allowed me to conquer this Goliath. I love that you remind us of God’s promises, which divide soul and spirit.
It’s nice to know I’m not alone and that we can help each other continue to grow in this area. Onwards and UPwards, only measuring UP 🙂
God bless you heaps xo
Thank you for you encouragement and for allowing God to use you!
I’m not at a healthy weight and there fore have self esteem issues. I used to be very tiny and compare myself to other women who are thin and wonder what they do to stay that way. I need to remember that I am a child of God, no matter what I weigh.
Ihave read alot of yourposts in P31-and actually bought the daily devo to Confident Heart..but havent opend it yet..been so stuck in the place of not good enough..been stuck long enough. I think its time to open it up! Loved your devotional today and am printing those verses out. I would rather see myself as God sees me..not as my past or others may.Godly timing with this devotional.
I love this and the more I read your words of God’s words it makes more sense. It truly speaks to my heart and clearly reminds me who I am in Christ. Thank you.
Renee, thank you for your devotion. Sadly, I have fallen victim to the “if only’s”…If only we had more money..if only, my body was back to pre-babies….if only I didnt have a forehead wrinkle….if only my teeth hadnt shifted when I came out of braces 25 years ago…if only I could stop obsessing on the number on the scale…if only my husband would really listen to me….if only, my kids would really hear my cries…well, list has gone on and it has impacted my happiness so much. Daily life has been a journey of wishes and cries and I have been imprisoned to the “if only’s”. I know other women have the same “wishes” or the same “battles” and it’s a sad way that we as women compare ourselves and determine our worth based on other women. Men certainly don’t do that. Why do we? Your devotion reminds me that my worth is enough and my “if only” mental list means nothing to God and I have to accept that it shouldn’t matter to me either.
Thank you for this great reminder! All women need to be reminded of this truth!
Thank you for that Word. I needed to hear that. I know God can use me if I will just let Him but it is so easy to hear Satan tell me what I can’t do. Thank you for helping me to refocus and keep my eyes on Jesus and my ears tuned to hear only the Holy Spirit as He speaks truth and affirmation into my heart and uses me for God’s glory. May God overwhelm you with His presence today.
Thank you so much! I have been struggling through a season of my kids just being sick all winter and while I fully trust in God I feel like others have tried to place doubt in me. It’s also isolated is pretty well and it’s been hard to fully rely on God. It’s really shown me how much I was seeking support through others. Thank you so much for sharing. I really enjoy read your devotions.
I can do all things thru Christ who strengthens me. Phillipians 4:13
Thank you Renee! At a low point in my journey, this has given me renewed Faith & reminded me I am His daughter and He gives unconditional love to His children. Praise God!
I don’t know a woman out there that doesn’t need a reminder of this from time to time! Thank you!