Seeing Yourself the Way God Sees You
Hey everyone! If you’re new here, my name is Ekene, and over the past year, I’ve been growing closer to God. I create these posts to help anyone who is looking to strengthen their faith, and I hope this one encourages you.
Recently, I was reading The Pathway to Success by Joyce Meyer, and something she said really struck me. She emphasized the importance of seeing yourself the way God sees you, rather than defining yourself based on your circumstances. So often, we judge ourselves by our successes and failures, but God’s perspective never changes.
Breaking Free from the Roller Coaster of Self-Worth
Many of us live on a roller coaster of self-esteem. If we succeed — say, by doing well on an exam — we feel smart and confident. But if we fail, we suddenly label ourselves as unintelligent, worthless, or not good enough. I struggled with this in school, constantly riding the highs of success and the lows of failure. One moment, I would feel like the smartest person in the room, and the next, I’d feel like I wasn’t cut out for school at all.
But God never sees us this way. He doesn’t define us by our mistakes or our achievements. Even when we fall short, His love for us remains constant. This truth helped me step off the roller coaster and start seeing myself through God’s eyes.
Parenting with God’s Perspective
This lesson also applies to parenting. Though I don’t have kids yet, I know that when I do, I want to raise them the way God raises us — with love, patience, and encouragement. If a child gets a low grade, it’s important to support them, not define them by their performance. Children need to know they are valued for who they are, not just for what they achieve. Otherwise, they grow up believing their worth is tied to their grades, which can lead to long-term struggles with self-esteem.
Self-Worth in Relationships
This principle extends beyond academics and into relationships. Many people base their self-worth on whether they receive validation from others. If they get attention, they feel attractive and desirable. If they face rejection, they start to question their worth. But the truth is, our value does not come from others — it comes from God. Genesis reminds us that we are all made in His image, which means there is no such thing as being “undesirable” in His eyes.
My wife and I recently discussed this, and she pointed out that when dating, it’s crucial to find a partner who also sees you the way God sees you. Even if you have confidence in yourself, being with someone who doesn’t recognize your worth can wear you down over time. If you believe you are a child of God, you should be with someone who affirms that truth in your life.
Overcoming Limiting Beliefs
Beyond relationships and self-perception, the way we see ourselves also impacts practical aspects of life, such as finances and punctuality. For years, I told myself I was bad with money, and that mindset kept me from making better financial decisions. But recently, I’ve been praying for wisdom and discipline in my spending, and it has helped me shift my habits.
Similarly, I used to believe that I was just naturally late to everything. But then I realized that being on time isn’t just about punctuality — it’s about respecting other people’s time. So, I’ve been asking God to help me become more mindful of being on time as a way to show appreciation for others.
Living in God’s Truth
Ultimately, it’s so important to remember that we are not defined by the world’s labels. Whether it’s in our careers, relationships, finances, or personal habits, we need to see ourselves the way God does — worthy, loved, and full of potential.
No matter what you’re facing, don’t let external circumstances dictate your self-worth. You are made in God’s image, and the moment you start believing that and living in that truth, you will step into the greatness He has planned for you.
I hope this post encourages you. Let me know your thoughts in the comments, and if this message resonated with you, feel free to share it with someone who might need it.
Stay blessed!
