A Better Mirror: How God Really Sees You
Scripture starts with identity, not comparison: you are Imago Dei—God’s image-bearer (Genesis 1:27). That means your worth is received, not achieved. David’s song reminds us that God’s design is careful and intentional—fearfully and wonderfully made (Psalm 139:14). And when Samuel looked for a king, God reset the lens: He weighs the heart, not the highlight reel (1 Samuel 16:7). Paul calls us to resist the world’s shaping power—don’t be conformed—and let God renew our minds (Romans 12:2). In Christ, we’re not chasing a look; we’re growing a life.
Biblical Principle: Worship Replaces Comparison
Comparison is a kind of worship—it tells you what matters most and who must approve you. Kingdom living redirects worship to God alone. When Christ defines you, your body becomes a stewardship (to care for), not a score (to win). Beauty shifts from performance to purpose: to love God and neighbour with confidence, humility, and joy.
