“For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well.” – Psalm 139:13-14
Bible Verses About Body Insecurity
Psalm 139:14 – Our unique creation is a reason to praise God.
“I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well.” – Psalm 139:14
1 Samuel 16:7 – God sees our hearts beyond appearances.
“But the Lord said to Samuel, ‘Do not consider his appearance or his height, for I have rejected him. The Lord does not look at the things people look at. People look at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.'” – 1 Samuel 16:7
Matthew 6:25 – Life is more than what we wear or look like.
“Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothes?” – Matthew 6:25
1 Corinthians 6:19-20 – Our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit.
“Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your bodies.” – 1 Corinthians 6:19-20
Isaiah 43:4 – You are precious and honored.
“Since you are precious and honored in my sight, and because I love you, I will give people in exchange for you, nations in exchange for your life.” – Isaiah 43:4
Romans 12:1 – Offer your body as a living sacrifice.
“Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship.” – Romans 12:1
Philippians 4:13 – Strength comes through Christ.
“I can do all this through him who gives me strength.” – Philippians 4:13
Galatians 6:4-5 – Focus on your own journey and achievements.
“Each one should test their own actions. Then they can take pride in themselves alone, without comparing themselves to someone else.” – Galatians 6:4
1 Peter 3:3-4 – True beauty comes from within.
“Your beauty should not come from outward adornment, such as elaborate hairstyles and the wearing of gold jewelry or fine clothes. Rather, it should be that of your inner self, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is of great worth in God’s sight.” – 1 Peter 3:3-4
Job 10:8-9 – God has crafted us with care.
“Your hands shaped and made me. Will you now turn and destroy me? Remember that you molded me like clay. Will you now turn me to dust again?” – Job 10:8-9
Proverbs 31:30 – Charm is deceptive and beauty is fleeting.
“Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting; but a woman who fears the LORD is to be praised.” – Proverbs 31:30
2 Corinthians 5:1 – We have a heavenly body waiting for us.
“For we know that if the earthly tent we live in is destroyed, we have a building from God, an eternal house in heaven, not built by human hands.” – 2 Corinthians 5:1
Romans 8:18 – Our sufferings now are not worth comparing.
“I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us.” – Romans 8:18
Psalm 46:5 – God is within her, she will not fall.
“God is within her, she will not fall; God will help her at break of day.” – Psalm 46:5
Hebrews 13:5 – God will never leave you or forsake you.
“Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, because God has said, ‘Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.'” – Hebrews 13:5
Isaiah 61:3 – Beauty for ashes.
“And provide for those who grieve in Zion—to bestow on them a crown of beauty instead of ashes, the oil of joy instead of mourning, and a garment of praise instead of a spirit of despair.” – Isaiah 61:3
1 Timothy 4:8 – Godliness is of value in every way.
“For while bodily training is of some value, godliness is of value in every way, as it holds promise for the present life and also for the life to come.” – 1 Timothy 4:8
James 1:27 – True religion is caring for others.
“Religion that God our Father accepts as pure and faultless is this: to look after orphans and widows in their distress and to keep oneself from being polluted by the world.” – James 1:27
Colossians 3:23 – Work heartily for the Lord.
“Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men.” – Colossians 3:23
Matthew 10:31 – Do not fear, you are worth more than many sparrows.
“So don’t be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows.” – Matthew 10:31
Ephesians 2:10 – We are God’s handiwork.
“For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.” – Ephesians 2:10
Philippians 1:6 – He who began a good work in you will complete it.
“Being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.” – Philippians 1:6
Mark 12:30-31 – Love yourself as you love others.
“Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength. The second is this: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’ There is no commandment greater than these.” – Mark 12:30-31
Luke 12:7 – You are valuable to God.
“Indeed, the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Don’t be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows.” – Luke 12:7
Isaiah 49:16 – You are engraved on God’s hands.
“See, I have engraved you on the palms of my hands; your walls are ever before me.” – Isaiah 49:16
2 Timothy 1:7 – God has given us a spirit of power.
“For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-discipline.” – 2 Timothy 1:7
Final Thoughts
We can find great comfort in God’s words about our bodies. It’s important to remember that we are made in His image and that our worth isn’t determined by our physical appearance or by others’ opinions. We are beautifully designed by a Creator who values us beyond measure. We can embrace our uniqueness and focus on being a blessing to others rather than comparing ourselves to them. Every individual has intrinsic worth, deserving of love and respect. It’s vital to remember that God looks at our hearts and intentions instead of our bodies.
If you’re exploring topics related to faith, self-worth, and relationship with God, I encourage you to read more about Jesus’ sacrifice or consider checking out verses about gossip that encourage respecting others. The journey of understanding our identity in Him can be life-changing!
Remember, there’s more to discover about your purpose and identity through God’s Word!