An inferiority complex is defined as a lack self-esteem; to feel inadequate; to lack self-confidence; and to feel second-rate.
God designed all of us differently, with diverse talents, gifts and personalities. Yet some struggle with feeling unworthy and comparing themselves to others.
Some people believe they just don’t measure up, and no matter what they do it is not quite good enough. They are always second-guessing themselves and end up feeling that their opinions don’t really count.
Low self-esteem and a lack of self-confidence is at the root of inferiority. Usually, someone develops low self-worth and lack of confidence in early childhood years.
Say the below scriptures out loud every day until you believe them. Write out these and any other scriptures that speak to you on index cards, and place throughout your home.
Read the index cards as you pass by them. You are retraining your thoughts to line up with God’s truth about you.
“I will fear no evil for thou art with me Lord, your Word and your Spirit they comfort me.” (Psalm 23:4)
“Christ has redeemed me from the curse of the law. Christ has redeemed me from poverty, Christ has redeemed me from sickness, Christ has redeemed me from spiritual death.” (Galatians 3:13; Deuteronomy 28:15-68)
“Because I am born of God and His heir and more valuable than many sparrows, therefore I have great value. I honour and esteem myself highly, but I honour and esteem others more than myself.” (Galatians 4:7; Matthew 10:31; Romans 12:10)
“The blessing of Abraham has come upon me through Jesus Christ and therefore whatever I do will prosper.” (Galatians 3:14)
“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens, enables and empowers me. There is nothing I cannot do through Christ for with God all things are possible.” (Philippians 4:13; Matthew 19:26)
“I am the head and not
the tail, above and not beneath.” (Deuteronomy 28:13)
“Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof.” (Proverbs 18:21)
“Those who control their tongue will have a long life; opening your mouth can ruin everything.” (Proverbs 13:3)
God knew what He was doing when He created you; you were no surprise to Him. Allow the Lord to bring you inner healing from your past, and uncover the roots of your inferiority.
You are not what others have said and done to you.
Stephanie Reck is a Christian counsellor, author, spearker and teacher.
