You Are God's Masterpiece...
And Someone Needs to Hear It From You
What If I Told You That You’re a Work of Art?
I’ve got a question for you that I continue to ask myself:
Have you ever looked in the mirror and struggled to see your worth? Maybe you’ve felt worn down by life’s demands, disappointed by your choices, or simply invisible in the midst of serving everyone else.
Today, I want to share a truth that changed everything for me and I believe it might change everything for you too.
We are God’s masterpiece, created with intention and purpose. And here’s the beautiful part: when we begin to embrace this truth, we become equipped to share it with others who desperately need to hear it.
The Truth About Who You Really Are
Let me take you to Ephesians 2:10, which says, “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” (NLT). Read that again slowly. You are God’s masterpiece. Not His mistake. Not His afterthought. His masterpiece.
Think about what a masterpiece is. When an artist creates a masterpiece, they pour their heart, skill, and vision into every detail. They don’t create it and then abandon it. They treasure it. They display it with pride. That’s how God sees you, even on the days when you can’t see it yourself.
When Your Feelings Tell You Otherwise
But here’s where it gets tricky. Our feelings can be so misleading. We look at our circumstances, our struggles, our imperfections, and we think, “There’s no way I’m anyone’s masterpiece.” Maybe you’re struggling with:
The weight of family responsibilities that seem endless
Regrets about choices you’ve made
The feeling that you’ve lost yourself somewhere along the way
Physical changes that make you feel less than
The exhaustion of putting everyone else first
Financial constraints that see no end
I know this struggle intimately because I lived it for most of my life, from being a very young girl all the way into my mid to late 40’s. My self-confidence was completely wrecked because from such an early age I was told so many negative things. Those words scarred how I saw myself as an individual.
I knew I wasn’t a bad person, but because of what I was constantly told, I couldn’t believe I could be anything more than what my limited mind could grasp. From my earliest days, I heard what I couldn’t do, what I shouldn’t do, that I didn’t look a certain way. How I dressed wasn’t good enough. Why did I wear my hair like that? Why did I have those friends? All these criticisms - and they came from my father who I loved and admired, but also feared. Not because of any physical concerns, but because of how his words had gotten into my head.
I didn’t realize until much later that his insecurities became my prison. He made me feel so less than. I don’t recall any words of encouragement or compliments during that time. The sad part is that I didn’t feel worthy.
That brokenness carried over into all my relationships, both personal and professional. I learned to mask feeling “less than” by becoming someone who had to control every situation. It was my way of protecting myself from hurt and from anyone discovering that I felt I was less than I was pretending to be.
For the longest time, people looked up to me. I could take charge and be in charge of most situations that no one wanted to be responsible for. Me taking on that responsibility helped to hide any signs of fear. It was my way of saying ‘yes I can.’ But I wouldn’t allow myself to go to levels that exceeded what I thought was my capacity. I was stuck. And when you’re stuck like that, it’s like when worlds collide - it causes friction, especially in relationships. I would butt heads with men who were supposed to care for me, not realizing I was actually protecting myself from the rejection and the possibility of abandonment I assumed would come eventually. And many times, I ended up being rejected anyway - ghosted, left behind. That caused so much hurt and pain.
The truth is, I wasn’t heading down a good path on my own. I was trying to show love and fill the emptiness in ways I’m not proud of now - through unhealthy relationships, overspending, buying things I didn’t need, causing me to go into deep debt. I was buying a new car every two years, usually carrying over the previous loan, creating an upside-down financial nightmare. All because I thought “what if that’s not good enough? What if I don’t look good in that?” Crazy stuff like that.
But God.
Those two words changed everything. I reached out to the Lord, and through understanding His word and letting Him guide me, I discovered something that goes beyond anything I could have ever done on my own. I realized that yes, I had been hurt and broken by being told about my limitations without ever getting to experience who I really was. But God still loved me - no matter what. And that’s all that mattered.
That’s when everything began to change.
The Power of Psalm 139
David understood this struggle between feelings and truth. In Psalm 139:14, he declares, “I praise You because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; Your works are wonderful, I know that full well.” Notice He didn’t say, “I feel fearfully and wonderfully made.” He said “I am.” It’s not about feelings, it’s about fact.
God didn’t make mistakes when He created you. Your personality? Intentional. Your experiences? Part of your story. Your current season? An opportunity for His presence. Even the parts of yourself you struggle to accept are part of His design for you.
Sharing This Truth With Others
Now here’s where this gets really beautiful. When we begin to see ourselves as God’s masterpiece, we start seeing others that way too. And friend, there are women all around you who need to hear this message. They need to know they’re not too old, not too tired, not too broken, and not too late.
You might know who I’m talking about. Maybe it’s:
The friend who’s been unusually quiet lately
The coworker who seems to be just going through the motions
The woman at church who pours into everyone but seems empty herself
The family member who’s facing a difficult transition
They need someone to remind them of their worth. And that someone could be you.
Why Your Voice Matters
You might be thinking, “But I’m still working on believing this myself!” I understand. Sometimes the best encouragement comes from those who are still in the process. Your authenticity, your real struggles and your real faith makes your message powerful. You don’t have to have it all figured out. You can simply share what God is teaching you.
When you tell someone they’re God’s masterpiece, you’re not offering empty encouragement. You’re reminding them of their true identity. You’re speaking life into their weary soul. You’re being a gentle witness to what God is doing for someone who might be barely holding on.
Remember This Truth
Let me bring this full circle. You are God’s masterpiece - not because you feel like it, not because you’ve earned it, but because He created you with purpose and loves you deeply. This truth doesn’t change based on your circumstances, your age, your mistakes, or your feelings. It’s anchored in who God is and what He says about you.
And when you begin to embrace this truth, you become a messenger of hope to others who are struggling to see their own worth. Your story, your encouragement, your simple “I see you and you matter” can be exactly what someone needs to hear today.
An Invitation to Share the Masterpiece Message
Here’s a gentle invitation for this week, if you feel ready: Think of one woman in your life who might need to hear that she’s God’s masterpiece. It doesn’t have to be a big gesture. Maybe it’s:
A text message saying you’ve been thinking of her
A coffee date where you really listen
A handwritten note sharing what you appreciate about her
A phone call to check in and remind her of her worth
If it feels right, reach out to her. Tell her what you see in her. Remind her that God created her with intention and purpose. You may find your words might be the very thing that helps her hold on, get back up, or take the next step forward.
There’s no pressure, friend. Just an invitation to share what’s been given to you. Will you consider being that voice of encouragement for someone this week?
Joyfully yours,
Tina 💖
Joy God’s Way™
Choosing wisdom. Living gently. Walking faithfully with God one day, one choice at a time.