Romans 12:3
"For I say, though the grace given unto me, to
every man that is among you, not to think
of himself more highly than he ought to
think; but to think soberly, according
as God hath dealt to every man
the measure of faith"
The basic personal need of each person is to think them-self a worthwhile human being. Everyone wants to have a happy, successful, pleasurable belief in them-self. A biblical self concept, however, goes far beyond that limited perspective. It is an acute perception of ourselves, God, and others based on the truths of God. An accurate biblical self-concept contains both strength and humility, both sorrow over sin and joy about forgiveness, and a deep sense of the reality of God's grace.
Whether we label it "self-esteem" or "self worth," the feeling of significance is important to man's emotional, spiritual and social stability, and the driving element within the human spirit. What a waste to attempt to change our behavior, if we don't understand the needs that cause the change. Yet millions of people spend a lifetime searching for love, acceptance and success without understanding the need that compels them. We must understand that this hunger for self-worth is God given and can only be satisfied by him. Our value is not based on what others feel or think about us, but rather, its the true source of love and acceptance of God. He created us. He alone knows how to fulfill all our needs.
Amen!
Reading (Romans 12:1-21)
May God Bless You
And Your Families
Minister Robert A. Lail Sr.
The Cross Life Ministry
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