There is no doubt we live in an image-conscious world. Fat-shaming. Body-shaming. All kinds of shaming going on. Cyber bullying has become a pastime for many. Plastic surgeons are in high demand to fix this, tuck this, remove this, do this, do that.
Whatever happened to Psalm 139: 13-16 and the reality it teaches? Before you jump all over me, I agree we ought to take care of ourselves. I don’t cycle and lift weights for nothing. But to body-shame someone because they don’t meet “our standard” of loveliness is just downright wrong. Sinful even. And to feel less than beautiful because of someone else’s standards is not right either. Because of back surgery I am limited in what I can do for my core muscles. I was not allowed to do anything for almost 3 months. My stomach is not as flat, toned and defined as it once was. But that hasn’t stopped someone from commenting about it. I laugh it off but what would that do to someone who was less confident or didn’t know the uphill battle I face trying to find ways to exercise?
That is why this song was so insightful to me this past week. If you have trouble with the lyrics I have included the lyric video of the song here. I hope this helps set your week on a good path.
Thank you 😊 needed this reminder! The song by Planetshakers says it well, too!
You’re welcome Crystal. glad it ministered to you.
Amen. God doesn’t make any of us not beautiful. The ugly comes from the inside, from pride. Humility is more beautiful than any human being God ever made. It’s His perfect example and gift to us.