Discovering the dignity God has already given you.
Have you ever thought, “It feels silly to want people to respect me”? Maybe you’ve felt dismissed in your own home, overlooked at work, or second-guessed in decisions you should have the freedom to make. That nagging voice says, “Why does this bother me so much? Maybe I’m just being foolish.”
But here’s the truth: it isn’t foolish. The longing for dignity is not a flaw in you—it is a reflection of the image of God.
The enemy wants you to believe that this desire is petty or childish. He shines a spotlight on the way others treat you, whispering, “See? You’re not worth much. No one takes you seriously. Stop expecting respect.” Satan loves to twist your God-given longing for honor into shame.
But God’s Word says something entirely different:
“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, MEV)
From the very beginning, God placed His image in you. That means you carry innate dignity—not because of what you’ve accomplished, not because of how others see you, but because of Who made you. You are the handiwork of the Almighty.
And if you ever doubt your worth, remember this: God gave His Son for you.
“But God displayed His own love toward us, in that while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.” (Romans 5:8, emphasis mine)
That is your proof of value. You are precious in His sight.
The respect you long for is not about boosting your ego—it’s about longing for others to see what God has already declared: You are made in His image.
So what do we do when we feel disrespected or dismissed?
Rest in God’s verdict first. Before you look to people, remind yourself: “My Father calls me His own. I am His child. That’s my worth.”
Recognize Satan’s tactic. When disrespect stings, pause and ask: “Is this wound pointing me toward God’s truth—or toward Satan’s lie?” Often, the pain is Satan’s attempt to bury your identity in Christ.
Respond in grace, not desperation. You don’t have to demand respect to prove your worth. Instead, live confidently in the dignity God has given you, and let your peace be a testimony to others.
Friend, you are not silly for wanting respect. You are longing for something God Himself embedded in your soul. The real freedom comes when you stop chasing it from others and start resting in the fact that you already have it from Him.
This is the first post in a Seven Part Series entitled From Lies to Truth: Learning to See Yourself as God Sees You. Please be sure to get the whole story by reading each post. I pray they are an encouragement to you.
Series Introduction
The enemy wants us to believe we have no value. He whispers lies through rejection, criticism, suspicion, and the wounds of others. He magnifies every glance, every slight, every careless word, until we begin to think, “Maybe I’m not worth much after all.”
But God has spoken a greater truth. He has declared us precious in His sight. He proved our worth when He gave His Son to redeem us. Our value is not determined by what people think, or even by what we think—it is determined by the cross.
This series explores some of the common lies we believe about ourselves, and how God’s truth reframes our identity. The goal is not to boost self-esteem, but to anchor our worth in the One who made us and redeemed us.
Post 1: You're Not Silly for Wanting Respect
Post 2: When Lies Become Our Truth
Post 3: The Hidden Anxiety of Masks
Post 4: Why Sensitivity is a Strength
Post 5 Replacing Lies with Truth: The J-Plug Method
Post 6: Digging up Buried Treasures.
Post 7: Conclusion - From Lies to Truth
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