Thanks for this Lara, I often find myself wrestling with similar thoughts, especially due to my health issues. God is so good through it all though and shows me time and again how he uses those struggles for his glory in my life and the lives of others.
I love this. I had (have?) a lot of self loathing when it came to my body image. Growing up in a household that judged based on personal weight was a huge struggle, leading to me hating how I looked. It’s something God is continuing to work on in me. One thing that gives me some perspective is, “would I think this about a dear friend?” Do I care if she has bigger hips or hair on her chin? Absolutely not. She’s beautiful! I love her! So why are these thoughts okay about myself? We are the image bearers of God, myself included. 🩵 thank you for sharing this!
Thanks for this Lara, I often find myself wrestling with similar thoughts, especially due to my health issues. God is so good through it all though and shows me time and again how he uses those struggles for his glory in my life and the lives of others.
Yes, I know just what you mean. It’s amazing how he uses our weaknesses to his glory.
I love this. I had (have?) a lot of self loathing when it came to my body image. Growing up in a household that judged based on personal weight was a huge struggle, leading to me hating how I looked. It’s something God is continuing to work on in me. One thing that gives me some perspective is, “would I think this about a dear friend?” Do I care if she has bigger hips or hair on her chin? Absolutely not. She’s beautiful! I love her! So why are these thoughts okay about myself? We are the image bearers of God, myself included. 🩵 thank you for sharing this!