What does the Bible say about body image?

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The Bible teaches that our worth is grounded not in outward appearance but in being created by God, known by Him, and redeemed to belong to Him. Genesis 1:26-27 declares that men and women bear God’s image, while Psalm 139:14 praises His wise and personal workmanship. God looks on the heart rather than merely on what people see outwardly, as 1 Samuel 16:7 teaches. Though caring for the body has value, 1 Timothy 4:8 gives greater weight to godliness. Believers are called to honor God with their bodies as His temple, according to 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, and to cultivate the imperishable beauty of a gentle, godly spirit (1 Peter 3:3-4).