The Value of Knowing What God Thinks About You

As humans, we often struggle with self-discovery. We seek answers to questions like 'Who am I?' and 'What does my purpose in life mean?' But have you ever stopped to consider what God thinks about you? Who does he say that you are?

The Bible says, 'There is none who does good, not even one' (Psalm 14:2-3). We were once children of wrath, living as enemies of God (Ephesians 2:3; Romans 5:10), and in our sin, we were spiritually dead (Ephesians 2:1). However, through salvation, we have been given a new identity. We are now joint heirs with Christ, adopted into His family (Romans 8:17).

Despite this new identity, many of us still struggle to understand who God thinks we are. We may take personality tests or assessments to help us discover our strengths and weaknesses, but ultimately, these tools fall short in revealing our true worth.

In the Bible, we find that God has a lot to say about what He thinks about us. Romans 1:25 says, 'You worshiped and served created things rather than me, the Creator.' This is a powerful reminder of our tendency to prioritize earthly things over our relationship with Him.

On the other hand, Psalm 8:5-6 says, 'You crowned them 'humans' with glory and honor and put everything under their feet. All flocks and herds, all nations, peoples and animals – even the creatures that move along the ground must obey them.' This passage highlights our value and purpose in God's eyes.

So what does God think about us? Who does He say that we are? The answer is found in His Word. We are fearfully and wonderfully made (Psalm 139:14), known intimately by Him, and created in His own image (Genesis 1:27). He knows the number of hairs on our head and the thoughts before they even form in our minds (Matthew 10:30; Psalm 139:4).

In Romans 15:13, it says, 'May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.' This verse speaks to the depth of God's love for us, His desire to fill our lives with joy and peace, and His promise to give us hope through the power of the Holy Spirit.

In conclusion, knowing what God thinks about us is a vital part of our walk with Him. It's not just about understanding our personality traits or strengths and weaknesses; it's about grasping our true identity in Christ. As we seek to know God better, we will find that He has a lot to say about what He thinks about us – a message of hope, love, and redemption that is available to all who seek Him.

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