Have you ever looked into the mirror and the first thought you have is about what you don’t like about yourself? I know what it feels like to look at the reflection and to be bombarded with a stream of negative thoughts. I have said things to myself I would never dream of saying to anyone else. Sister, the kindness and love and compassion you share with those around you? You need to give it to yourself, too. Whether it’s when you’re looking in the mirror, getting dressed for the day, or scrolling through social media, it’s time to face the negativity and call it out for what it is—a lie. You can replace the cycle of cruelty with love and confidence and hope. There is nothing stronger than truth to combat a lie, so let’s look at the truth about who you are.
You are loved. (Romans 5:8)
But God shows his love for us in that while we were sinners, Christ died for us.
You are the daughter of a King. (1 John 3:1)
See what kind of love the Father has given to us, that we should be called children of God; and so we are.
You are strong. (Psalm 18:35)
You have given me the shield of your salvation, and your right hand supported me, and your gentleness made me great.
You are chosen. (Ephesians 2:10)
We are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand so that we would walk in them.
You are beautiful. (Psalm 139:14)
I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Wonderful are your works; my soul knows it very well.
Once you know and believe the truth about who you are and how you were created with purpose and intention, you won’t look at yourself the same. These truths become the new script that plays in your mind. I spent more years than I’d like to count allowing the lies to dominate what I saw when I looked into the mirror. It takes time to retrain your brain and your heart, but you can do it. Here are the steps I took that helped me break the cycle and embrace the love meant for me. It’s meant for you, too. Start today.
- Become aware of your thoughts. Notice when a negative thought about yourself enters your mind. You will begin to notice trends in your thoughts. The more you are aware, the better prepared you will be to stop it.
- Take one of the truths above (or several) and memorize them. Say them aloud, write them down, and place them somewhere you will see them frequently.
- Every time you think something about yourself that contradicts a truth you have learned, immediately refer to what you’ve written down and memorized. Make the truth your new thought.
The more you follow these steps, you will notice the trend of your thoughts shifting toward positivity. Have hope today that you can walk in truth and shine the light God made you for.
A Prayer for Identity
Thank you, God, for the truth found in your Word. You have given me this truth to battle the lies that threaten to lead me away from You. Forgive me when I have allowed insecurity, comparison, and unkindness to enter my thoughts. I pray to be filled with your Spirit and to be reminded of the truth of who I am. I am Yours. Lord, use your Word to protect me with the armor of truth. I pray Your light always breaks through any darkness I am in. You have made me for your good works. Use me today and every day. Amen.
SisterShred 