CHAPTER 3: AUTHENTICALLY ME The Resolution for Women (New Revised Edition) by Priscilla Shirer
I don’t usually worry about what others think, but a genuine compliment still lifts my spirits. I used to check social media ‘likes’ and second-guess my posts, but I prayed about this need to please and learned to let it go. Lately, I’ve been challenging myself to share more about my faith, as a way to inspire friends and family to draw closer to God and to get connected with church community. That, more than likes or validation, fills my cup these days. I’ve noticed it also naturally weeds out people who don’t align with my values. My posts about a church event or with a religious song may not get many likes, but I pray they plant a seed in someone’s heart. Sharing this way has shown me the reality that most of my friends don’t share my faith, but maybe I’m meant to be a light for them, pointing them toward Jesus. God, let me be their light in a dark world. Keep shinning your love through me, Lord. - Angie
Do you take time to notice and compliment the women around you? Challenge yourself to find something beautiful in every woman you meet. In a world that can feel so shallow, even a small compliment can brighten someone’s day. Even just a word of encouragement about their parenting or their children. With so many societal pressures, it’s easy to doubt yourself.
When you reflect on your own life, do you feel confident that you’re living authentically? Do you find yourself seeking validation or needing compliments? Do you feel unseen? Take a moment to reflect and pray and ask God to help you show kindness to yourself and to others, and to embrace His truth about who you are in Him. Know that you wonderfully complex, a true masterpiece by the almighty God, and you are made in His image.
REFLECTION
PERSONAL REFLECTION
“All praise to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, wo has blesse us with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly realms because we are united with Christ.”
“This reflects the importance of worship and gratitude. He blesses us with gifts like grace, mercy, forgiveness, and the presence of the Holy Spirit. Whatever life challenges you with, you can draw strength and hope from God.”
- Angie
“For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago.”
“God made each of us special and valuable in different ways, so we could bless others and bring Him glory. Embrace your role in His masterpiece.” - Angie
“It is not that we think we are qualified to do anything on our own. Our qualification comes from God.”
“Paul reminds us that it’s God who empowers us and equips us, through His grace and provision. You are qualified through Him!”
- Angie