Who Do You Think You Are?

Our self-esteem is often grounded in our perception of ourselves and our belief in how others see us. Good self-esteem develops when we think well of who we are and when we expect others to think well of us, also. So, Christians should have the best self-esteem in the world, right? Well, we should, but the sad truth is often we do not. That’s because we sometimes forget who we are.

Society often challenges our self-esteem. Are we pretty enough? Thin enough? Smart enough? Wealthy enough? We are encouraged to “keep up with the Jonses” and to put on all kinds of airs and appearances so that others can think well of us, and so that we, in turn, can think well of ourselves. But in reality, it’s only our standing with God that matters.

Self-esteem works from the inside out. From a worldly perspective, that means that you have to feel good about yourself to project a positive self-image that other people will respond favorably to. As Christians, we need to have a right spirit so that others may see God through us.

Of course, there are times in our lives when we get a little down—but we are not like those without hope. We can be encouraged through God’s Word. Jesus reminded believers of just who we are in Matthew 5:14-16, “Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on an hill cannot be hid. Neither do men light a candle, and put it under a bushel, but on a candlestick; and it giveth light unto all that are in the house. Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.” Our Father thinks so highly of us, why should we think any less of ourselves?

Who do you think you are? You are the light of the world!