Verses for Loving Your Body

God looks at my heart, not my appearance.

A Bible affirmation for loving your body, rooted in 1 Samuel 16:7.

But the LORD said to Samuel, “Do not consider his appearance or height, for I have rejected him; the LORD does not see as man does. For man sees the outward appearance, but the LORD sees the heart.”

1 Samuel 16:7 · BSB

Reflection

Samuel was sure the tall, impressive brother was God's choice. God said no: man sees the outward appearance, but the Lord sees the heart. He chose David, the youngest, who was out in the fields.

A prayer

Lord, help me see myself the way You do, heart first.

More verses for loving your body

I was made with care. My body is not a mistake. Psalm 139:14 My worth was settled by God, not by the mirror. Matthew 10:31 My body was bought at a price. I'll treat it with respect. 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 In the eyes of the One who loves me, I am beautiful. Song of Solomon 4:7 I'm God's workmanship, and He doesn't do careless work. Ephesians 2:10 God sings over me. He isn't disappointed in how I look. Zephaniah 3:17 I was made in the image of God. Genesis 1:27 When I look to God, my face can shine without shame. Psalm 34:5 My deepest beauty is the kind that doesn't fade. 1 Peter 3:3-4 Looks fade. A woman who loves God keeps growing more beautiful. Proverbs 31:30 My body can be an offering of worship, just as it is. Romans 12:1

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