Deep-seated insecurities can cloud our thoughts and create lies we believe. We assume our insecurities, which are glaringly evident to us, are also obvious to those around us. Recognizing that deceptive thoughts, sown by the enemy, originate in our minds is essential.
The devil inundates your mind with lies, trying to convince you you’re not good enough, God can’t use you because of your past, your sins are beyond forgiveness, and you’re either too old or too young. He tells you you’re not attractive, your body is imperfect, and your lineage is not prestigious. He leads you to believe you lack sufficient funds, intelligence, and ability. He says you could never match up to someone else’s achievements, you’re unworthy of love, and no one will ever want you. The list of deceptive thoughts is endless.
We have all encountered, battled, and maybe even succumbed to the insecurity epidemic. Insecurity is the uncertainty or anxiety about oneself; the lack of confidence.
In today’s world, with 24/7 access to social media, we often find ourselves immersed in the daily lives of others, which leads to constant social comparisons. We look at other people’s lives and think they have a perfect life: their house is always impeccable, their marriage is full of bliss 100 percent of the time, they are always smiling, and they have the nicest clothes, shoes, and handbags. It seems their life is flawless, so what’s wrong with me?
We seek validation through the number of “likes” our posts receive and who has or hasn’t clicked the like button. If the “likes” fail to materialize, we feel less than, unloved, imperfect, and inadequate.
Subsequently, our minds become flooded with falsehoods. “I’m not as pretty; my speaking abilities don’t measure up; I’m not as successful as others who haven’t made the same mistakes. My marriage is imperfect, and I’m not a good mother like her. I’m a failure, and I’ll never be capable of fulfilling God’s calling.” We start yearning for a different version of ourselves or wish we could emulate someone else’s success.
The insecurities build in our minds, leading to anxiety and depression. Satan wants us to question who we are, what we are, and how we measure up to others.
Stop listening to the enemy. Stop the toxic culture of comparison, competition, and negativity, and find peace and security knowing that you are a child of God!
“For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them” (Ephesians 2:10).
“I will praise thee; for I am fearfully and wonderfully made: Marvelous are they works; And that my soul knoweth right well” (Psalm 139:14).
Fearfully means “with great reverence, heart-felt interest and with respect.” God Almighty, who spoke the heavens and the earth into existence, created you with great reverence and respect.
Wonderfully means “unique and set apart.” God designed you perfectly and has a great plan for your life. He knew those plans before He formed you in your mother’s womb. He crafted you to be a distinct, beautiful individual. Pray over your mind and rebuke the lies of insecurity.
You aren’t just enough; you are more than enough.
You are beautiful and valuable; you are more precious than rubies.
Beauty is more than physical appearance. Wrinkles, cheap clothes, and a lack of expensive luxuries do not affect imperishable beauty. It is characterized by steadfast love, gentleness, meekness, and other godly qualities.
I was diagnosed with chronic myeloid leukemia shortly after we were elected pastors of our wonderful church in 2018. In June 2020, I underwent intense chemotherapy and radiation and received a bone marrow transplant. I lost all my hair, couldn’t walk without help, was in and out of the hospital, and was confined to my home for a year and a half, which meant I couldn’t attend church. I felt defeated, and the enemy fed me lie after lie: I wasn’t pretty enough without my hair, and I would never fulfill my calling as a pastor’s wife because I wouldn’t survive cancer. Depression and various forms of insecurity started to take hold.
I began reminding myself of my identity in Christ and His purpose for my life. I started recognizing the enemy’s lies and knew everything he told me was the opposite of God’s truth. Today, I am in remission, living life and my calling to the fullest.
Do not give in to the adversary who desires to destroy you with insecurity. You are beautiful and strong. There is beauty beyond the lies.
Ginger and her husband, Darren Gilbert, have been married for eighteen years and pastor Truth Church in Denison, Texas. God has blessed them with five beautiful, amazing children.
