You Are a Masterpiece

 

By Andrea Merrell

For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew 

in Christ Jesus,

so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago.

Ephesians 2:10 NLT

 

The young woman tried to please everyone. Unhappy with herself, she attempted to emulate those she looked up to, to be what she thought others thought she should be, all while trying her best to fit in. The problem? She based her identity and self-worth on what all these other people said to her and about her, as well as how they treated her.

She had no clue who she really was.

Trying to be someone we were never created to be is a no-win situation. It only leads to confusion, frustration, and heartache.

God calls us His masterpiece which, according to The Word for You Today, “is not mass-produced or created on an assembly line. It’s not average; it’s unique. It’s original. It’s custom made. It’s one of a kind.”

That, my friend, is how God sees each one of us. We are His special creation, His very own idea. Just like no two fingerprints are alike, none of us are alike. Every single thing about us differs from everyone else: Our appearance. Our personality. Our gifts, talents, and abilities. How we express ourselves. How we think. Our sense of humor.

We may see traits in others that we admire, but we should never be envious or try to be like them. God wants us to embrace the person He created us to be and allow Him to transform us into the image of His dear Son (Romans 8:29).  

Don't try to blend in or be afraid to stand out in a crowd. Begin to see yourself as God sees you. He says you are a masterpiece.

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