Day 17

It is easy to respect the position of those we think are better, more attractive, more important or accomplished than us. We unwittingly give them the power to judge us, except it is us judging ourselves through our perceptions of their thoughts.

Begin the guided prayer using the audio player.

Focus

“Fear of man will prove to be a snare, but whoever trusts in the Lord is kept safe.” —Proverbs 29:25

These are days of self-hatred and comparison. Fearing man in whatever way is a sure-fire way to forget what the Lord has called us to, made us to be, and loves in us. He never asked if you were thin, smart, awarded, or desirable enough. He made you a finished product—one that he parades.

Journal

Take 2-3 minutes and journal what you imagined your day would look like if you believed today’s truth. Fear not, for He has already approved you