Hindrances to healthy relationships:
1) Over sensitive to criticism
2) Hyper critical
3) Shyness
4) Arrogance. You say, "Everyone loves me... I am so popular"
5) Feelings of inadequacy. You say, "I'm no good at anything
6) Perfectionism
7) Self Degradation
8) You assume the position as boss
9) You're a loner
10) You're the life of the party. The clown is usually covering something up
Inadequate Foundations of Self Image:
1) Appearance and Admiration. You say, "How do I look?"
2) Performance and Accomplishments. You say, "Am I the best?"
3) Status and Recognition. You say, "I am so cool!"
A Spiritual Foundation for Self Image:
1) A sense of belonging. Connect with God... He's our creator
2) A sense of worth. God will forgive you... God says you're valuable
3) A sense of competencey. You have to feel right doing things
4) Galatians 6:3-4
5) Philippians 2:3-4
6) I Peter 5:5
This is Your Challenge:
1) Watch your language
2) On what basis do you consider your worth?
3) How would Jesus apply your actions to relationships?
