Replacing Lies with God's Truth

Over the last few days, we've talked about how shame can creep into our thoughts, affect how we see ourselves, and make us want to hide. It can convince us that if people really knew our struggles, mistakes, or regrets, they might think less of us or even walk away.

One of the most damaging things about shame is that it convinces us to believe things about ourselves that simply aren't true.

Maybe you've had thoughts like these:

• "I'll never change."

• "I'm not good enough."

• "I'm the only one who struggles with this."

The more we repeat these thoughts, the easier it becomes to believe them. And before long, they can influence our confidence, our decisions, our relationships, and even our relationship with God.

But here's something I want you to remember: Just because a thought feels true doesn't mean it is true.

That's why it's so important to recognize the lies we're believing and replace them with what God says about us.

The world around us, our past experiences, and even our own thoughts can give us a distorted picture of who we are. But God sees us clearly. He knows everything about us, and His Word reminds us of our worth, our purpose, and how deeply we're loved.

I've included something today that I really, REALLY, REALLY want you to read in the lesson below this one. And then I'd love for you to go back and read it again!

It's called "Child of the King."

It's filled with biblical truths about who you are in Christ. As you read it, pay attention to any statements that are difficult for you to believe about yourself.

Don't just rush through them. Ask yourself why they're hard to accept, and spend some time talking with God about them.

My hope is that you'll begin recognizing the difference between what shame has taught you to believe and what God says is true.

Because the more we fill our minds with His truth, the easier it becomes to recognize the lies that have been holding us back.