"For bodily exercise profits a little, but godliness is profitable for all things, having promise of the life that now is and of that which is to come." 1 Timothy 4:8
I don't think any girl has ever looked in the mirror and really thought that she was beautiful. I know it's something that I struggle with, always. We all have insecurities, and sometimes we let them take over our lives. But, have you ever stopped focusing on how you look on the outside and considered how you are on the inside?
"Do not let your adornment be merely outward - arranging the hair, wearing gold, or putting on fine apparel- rather let it be the hidden person of the heart, with the incorruptible beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is very precious in the sight of God." 1 Peter 3:3-4
We've all seen a really pretty face be ruined by a really ugly personality. If you can't seem to be happy with how you look on the outside, then try to be happy with your personality. I'm not trying to say that looks don't matter at all. They shouldn't, but they do. People will always judge you by the way you look, but God doesn't care about that.
"And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God." Romans 12:2
He made you. All those flaws you see in yourself? He made those, and He thinks they're beautiful. God doesn't make mistakes and He didn't make one when he made you. Instead of trying to impress the world, try impressing God. His opinion is the only one that matters and honestly, you're never going to impress the world.
"in like manner also, that the women adorn themselves in modest apparel, with propriety and moderation, not with braided hair or gold or pearls or costly clothing. but, which is proper for women professing godliness with good works." 1 Timothy 2:9-10
Stop trying to find your worth in guys that don't care about you. Especially when you're getting their attention by the not so modest clothes you're wearing. Negative attention is setting yourself up for heartbreak. They might make you feel better about yourself temporarily, but is it worth the damage they'll do to your heart in the end? God has someone for you. He knows exactly who He is. Trust Him and wait for that guy that's not going to hurt you. How do you wait for him? By focusing on God until you're ready. Seek God every day, read His word, and honor Him in everything you do. Pray for your future husband. He could be close by or far away going through a struggle, right now. Pray that he'll love God more than you and that when you're with him, he will help you improve your relationship with God, not keep you from it.
"Charm is deceitful and beauty is passing, but a woman who fears the Lord, she shall be praised."
You can't change the way you look. I know it's hard, but you have to find a way to see yourself as beautiful. Stop comparing yourself to others. The next time you're about to make fun of someone for the way they look, think about how you feel about yourself and how you would feel if people pointed out your insecurities. God finds a gentle and quiet spirit beautiful so if you're going to try to change anything about yourself, start there. Live to impress God.
