TWO years ago, a photo like this would have been out of the question. I let my worth be defined by a man who ended up breaking my heart and walking away from our marriage.
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I spiraled into a deep depression where I lost all motivation to live. I absolutely hated my body, cut off all my beautiful hair, struggled with depression, and had severe insomnia. I even had to quit my job.
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Every time I used to look in the mirror, I called myself all kinds of names. Then one day, I decided to LIVE. It was the day I opened my window and thought of jumping out to end everything.
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When I finally started seeing myself for who God made me to be, I started taking better care of myself. I started going to church, and I quit blaming God. I got in shape, started eating better, and I started dreaming again. I have learned that no matter how a man treats you, it never reflects ON YOU. .
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Since then, I've shared my story with over 56 countries, I've ministered to many, many women who have similar stories, and most recently--I've gotten to preach in England about what the LORD HAS DONE. .
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Never let a man define your worth. Never let a title or a job define your worth. My worth rests in Jesus and I'm thankful everyday for how far he's brought me. Not only do I feel better, I think I look better too💕. .
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If you're reading this and are struggling with self-hatred I want to let you know you're beautiful even if you don't hear it from anyone else. You're beautiful with a job or without one. You're beautiful single, divorced or married. You're beautiful skinny, medium, or with more to love....don't wait for the world to value you. Know that God already said "YOU'RE WORTH IT" when he died for you. You were worth Jesus coming down and dying so that you can receive his everlasting love.
When you love yourself, you can do ANYTHING.
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PC: @cyrenarose
Model & Bday Girl: @jensine.v.photography
