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Learning to See Myself Beyond the Outfit

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By Praises from a Wife and Mommy!

Another wedding… and honestly, it felt a little strange even thinking about it. You all know my injury happened at a wedding, so just the thought of going to one again stirred a few emotions. Thankfully, there was no wedding dance this time, which made it easier on the nerves and the ankle.

But let’s rewind a bit. The night before the wedding, I was at a CD release party where there was dancing. And I made up my mind that I would not let fear win. I wasn’t going to let that moment from my injury define me. So yes, I danced, carefully, joyfully, and still with my crutches nearby.

Then came the wedding morning. And oh boy… not the kind of battle I expected. It was cold outside, and I couldn’t find anything that felt right to wear. The beautiful dark green dress that looked perfect in my head? It felt like it was suffocating me. Dress pants? Nope, not with this boot.

So there I was, standing in front of the mirror, wearing blue jeans and a sweater, feeling completely self-conscious. And the enemy started whispering those silly but loud lies: “You don’t look good enough.” “People will notice.”

But you know what? No one cared. The couple was radiant. The ceremony was beautiful. God was glorified. I even had the honor of praying for the bride and groom, what a privilege! And in the end, no one remembered what I wore; they remembered the love, the joy, and the presence of God in that moment.

That was a good reminder that my worth isn’t wrapped up in my wardrobe, or how “put together” I appear. It’s wrapped up in the One who clothed me in righteousness and grace.


“The Lord does not look at the things people look at. People look at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.” — 1 Samuel 16:7

When insecurity tries to sneak in, I’m learning to pause and remember: God sees me. He sees beyond the jeans, beyond the boot, beyond the mess of emotions. He sees a heart that loves Him, and that’s enough.


“She is clothed with strength and dignity, and she laughs without fear of the future.” — Proverbs 31:25

Prayer:
Lord, thank You for gently reminding me that my value isn’t in how I look or what I wear. It’s in You. When I’m tempted to compare or feel small, remind me that You call me beautiful, chosen, and loved. Help me to see myself through Your eyes and walk with quiet confidence, no matter what season or outfit I’m in.
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