Comparison is the thief of joy. -Theodore Roosevelt
I read that quote while reading a blog last week and I can not agree more with that statement. But in a world full of Pinterest ideas, flawless makeup, perfect parenting guides, immaculate homes, and photoshop, how can we not compare ourselves to others? When we scroll through Instagram, or Facebook, most of what we see are highlights of everyone’s lives. We see their best, staged photos, and feel as if we are failures. Yes, I’m saying we.
I will be the first to admit, comparison has stolen my joy a time or two. I am so guilty of seeing someone’s photo on Instagram and thinking to myself, “Wow, she looks amazing, I wish I looked like that. Or, “Their life looks perfect! Why does mine seem like such a wreck sometimes?” But ya know what? My life is a wreck sometimes. And isn’t everyone’s? We all have days where we don’t fix our hair, or we don’t clean our houses because our days were too demanding. If you say you haven’t had a day like that, you’re lying to yourself! The truth is – We aren’t perfect. Nobody is, and that’s okay! We don’t have to be.
So many times, we put our self worth in the way we look, or the way our lives look. Then if something goes wrong, we immediately feel worthless. But the problem with that is, we are putting our worth in temporary things. We are putting our worth in ourselves. We need to put our worth in Jesus. He made us in His image, and created us beautifully. He created every part of us that makes us who we are. He loves all the little things about you that you think are flaws. He gave you the children that make your house a disaster at times. He has blessed you with the life that you feel is too chaotic to share on social media. God makes no mistakes, and loves every part of you that makes you, you!
I was inspired to write this blog post because there are so many ladies, and even men that struggle with self-image/self-worth. I personally, really struggled with this for a long time and God has helped me to overcome it. I want you to know that you are beautiful, because you are created in His image. You are loved, because Jesus died for you, and you are chosen, because you are His child.
“I will praise thee; for I am fearfully and wonderfully made: marvellous are thy works; and that my soul knoweth right well.” Psalms 139:14
“For we dare not make ourselves of the number, or compare ourselves with some that commend themselves: but they measuring themselves by themselves, and comparing themselves among themselves, are not wise.” 2 Corinthians 10:12
Mykaela Blue 
You are a beautiful person inside and out. God loves us just the way we are. After all, he is the one we strive to please and be more like. Love you.
LikeLike
Thank you! Yes, I agree. Love you too!
LikeLike
Love your beautiful heart Mykaela Blue. You are wise beyond your years. Love reading your blog. Love you and your precious little family. Just keep on telling others about Jesus and you will never go wrong!
LikeLike
Thank you sweet lady!! We love you too!
LikeLike
That is a true insight of the way most of us live. I have felt and sometimes still feel that I am not up to par. As I age I relaize, I am who I am. It’s nice to know other people out there feel the same.
LikeLiked by 1 person
You are a beautiful young lady. This is really good writing you are wise beyond your years. Thank you. For this blog! Many people need to read this and know this truth. God bless you.
LikeLike
Thank you so much!! I appreciate that!
LikeLike
Love you Mykaela. There are only a few people you need to worry about. You will always be watched by people because you are the preachers wife. Cooper will be the preachers kid. I experienced that as a child. I didn’t handle it as Laura’s did. I rebelled Just take care of your family and keep God first and everybody else can take care of themselves. Love you my precious granddaughter.
LikeLike
Yes ma’am, love you too!!!
LikeLike
Love reading your blog today. Made me stop and think about things. I too have been there thinking I wasn’t worthy. Im sure we all have at some point in our lives. Then I remember what God did for me by forgiving me of my sins and sending his Son to die on the cross for me. I’m so undeserving of his love for me and so grateful that he says I am.
You are such a blessing to me and so proud of the young Lady, Wife and Mother you have become. You’ve always had a servants heart. So thankful God let me be your Grandma Mandy!!
I love you always and forever, Young Lady! 💕😘
LikeLike
Oh my goodness!! Thank you. I love you so much!! ❤️
LikeLike
Amazing! I am so thankful God has placed you in my Life. I love reading every single word you write and can see how the Lord has blessed you beyond messure. Always keep that smile, Joy and Love for others and never allow Satan to throw those darts of doubt! Jesus wins every single time and so will you. I love you with all my heart. Laura
LikeLike
Aw! Thank you!! I’m so thankful you’re my MIL. I love you so much! ❤️
LikeLike