SELF-IMAGE;
INDIVIDUAL IMPORTANCE

I believe many Christians are tempted to downgrade themselves too much. I am not arguing against true humility and my word to you is this: Think as little of yourself as you want to, but always remember that our Lord Jesus Christ thought very highly of you—enough to give Himself for you in death and sacrifice.

If the devil does come to you and whispers that you are no good, don’t argue with him. In fact, you may as well admit it, but then remind the devil: “Regardless of what you say about me, I must tell you how the Lord feels about me. He tells me that I am so valuable to Him that He gave Himself for me on the cross!”

So, the value is set by the price paid—and, in our case, the price paid was our Lord Himself!

Romans 5:8; Titus 2:11–14; 1 John 4:19

Who Put Jesus on the Cross?, 157, 158.