What does the Bible say about feeling worthless?
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The Bible says that your worth is not measured by your strength, success, or others’ opinions, but by the God who made you, knows you, and calls His people His own. Luke 12:7 assures believers of the Father’s attentive care, while Jeremiah 29:11 and Philippians 1:6 point to His faithful purposes and completing grace. In weakness, God does not abandon His children but displays His power, as 2 Corinthians 12:10 teaches. Isaiah 41:10 calls us to receive His presence and help rather than fear. Through Christ, believers may bring anxious thoughts to God in prayer and receive His guarding peace, according to Philippians 4:6-7.
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- Jeremiah 29:11
For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says Yahweh, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you hope in your latter end.
- Isaiah 41:10
Don't you be afraid, for I am with you; don't be dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you; yes, I will help you; yes, I will uphold you with the right hand of my righteousness.
- Proverbs 3:5-6
[5] Trust in Yahweh with all your heart, And don't lean on your own understanding. [6] In all your ways acknowledge him, And he will direct your paths.
- 2 Corinthians 12:10
Therefore I take pleasure in weaknesses, in injuries, in necessities, in persecutions, in distresses, for Christ's sake. For when I am weak, then am I strong.
- Philippians 4:6-7
[6] In nothing be anxious, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God. [7] And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus.
- Luke 12:7
But the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Therefore don't be afraid. You are of more value than many sparrows.
- Philippians 4:13
I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me.
- Philippians 1:6
being confident of this very thing, that he who began a good work in you will complete it until the day of Jesus Christ.
- Romans 8:18
For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which will be revealed toward us.
- 2 Timothy 1:7
For God didn't give us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control.
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