#TEN
In 10 days, my oldest daughter turns 13. For me, turning 13 was the beginning of a series of poor decisions and reckless behaviors that followed me into my early twenties. When I reflect on my teenage years, there are some things I wish I knew.
In honor of my daughter’s 13th birthday, I’m going to share 10 things I would tell my 13-year-old self. Over the next 10 days, I will share one truth per day leading up to her 13th birthday. Grabbing hold of these Biblical Truths have been life changing for me. I’m going to share these with my daughter and I pray they bless her. I pray they bless you too.
“She will always be average or below average, Mrs. Williams.” That’s what my first-grade teacher told my mom. Although I don’t remember hearing this specific conversation, the theme of not being smart enough, pretty enough, or good enough continued throughout my elementary school years. This was one of many labels put on me early in life that served as the foundation for the challenges I faced with self-esteem and self-worth as a teenager.
If I could go back and have a conversation with my 13-year-old self, I would tell her that she is created in the image of God and designed uniquely for a purpose that aligns with His plan for her life. I would also tell her that she is fearfully and wonderfully made, and that ONLY GOD has the authority to label or define her. I would point her to the Bible to find out who God says she is. And I would remind her that she is a Masterpiece!
Truth #10
You are a Masterpiece
“For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago.” (Ephesians 2:10 NLT)
Karris