So God created man in his own image, in the image of God he created him; male and female he created them. Genesis 1:27
And have put on the new self, which is being renewed in knowledge after the image of its creator. Colossians 3:10
God created us in His image.
Meaning, unlike the rest of creation, we can make decisions, have thoughts, feelings, dreams, and disappointments.
We are complex, not existing on pure instinct.
As the one creation made in the image of God, we stand higher than all the rest of God’s magnificent creation.
We have God’s image literally stamped on us.
Our capacity for love mirrors God.
Our capacity for jealousy mirrors God.
Our capacity for anger mirrors God.
On the other hand, we are nothing like God, because God is holy.
We live in a sinful world, constantly tempted to listen to our flesh instead of God.
We sin all the time and God is without sin.
However, Jesus took our punishment for our sins.
Because of Jesus, we can restore our relationship to God, our Creator.
We put on our new self, which is renewed in knowledge, bearing the image of God.
When you are God’s child, you put on who you are in His image.
Who you are is love.
Who you are is wanted.
Who you are is valued.
Protected. Safe. Chosen.
A bullet-proof vest against the lies of the enemy.
Oh, they still hurt and sting even, but the lies are not fatal.
They pierce you, but fall away because you are reminded of Whose image you bear.
Place your trust in Almighty God.
Ask God to remove your sins because of Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross.
Walk in the freedom He gives you as you clothe yourself in His image.
Allow God’s strength to fill you.
His peace to cover you.
And His love to ground you as you walk as a child of the Most High God.
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Amy Linnea 
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