Biblical Answer

The Struggle with Self-Worth

The struggle with self-worth is a common issue many people face. When we struggle with self-worth, we often feel like we're not good enough for ourselves. We may feel like we're not meeting our own expectations, or that we're not measuring up to the standards we've set for ourselves. This can lead to feelings of inadequacy, shame, and low self-esteem.

The Source of Low Self-Worth

Low self-worth often stems from our trust in other people. We may feel like we need others to validate our worth, or that we need their approval to feel good about ourselves. However, this is a flawed approach. As the Bible says, "You will never be satisfied with others, for you will always be looking to them for what you need" (Psalm 118:9). We must learn to separate our worth from the opinions of others and find our value in God's eyes. We are not defined by our failures or shortcomings, but by our identity in Christ. As the Bible says, "You are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God's special possession, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light" (1 Peter 2:9).

Finding Self-Worth in God

So, how do we break free from the cycle of low self-worth? We must learn to see ourselves through God's eyes. We must recognize that our worth is not defined by our accomplishments or failures, but by our relationship with God. As the Bible says, "You are loved and chosen by God, and you have a purpose in life" (Ephesians 1:4-5). We must learn to surrender our need for validation to God and trust in His love for us. We must also learn to practice self-control and discipline, not as a way to punish ourselves, but as a way to develop self-control and grow in our relationship with God. As the Bible says, "For God did not give us a spirit of timidity, but a spirit of power, of love and of self-discipline" (2 Timothy 1:7). By focusing on our relationship with God and developing self-control, we can break free from the cycle of low self-worth and find our true identity in Christ.