INSECURITIES.

If you’re alive at this time and age you’re probably familiar with the phrase, “tutapewa mwili mpya” ( we’ll be given new bodies). Aside from the comforting implication of this phrase, pointing to the second advent of the Creator, underneath lies dissatisfaction from addressed or addressee.. Unfortunately, very few are anticipating or even preparing for that radical event but anyway let’s talk insecurities.

Humanity generally seems to be in a constant cycle of want. That’s probably why I even have to study economics but hey, who’s complaining. The point is insecurities arise from a perceived or legitimate better, that we lack, or faulty that we have.

Insecurities are diverse ranging from skin, weight, height, body shape to character, temperaments and some even religion. These are things that are basically part of us, but we don’t like pointed out, seen or spoken about. I’m addressing this because nothing that concerns your peace of mind is too little. Let’s tackle this then in these systematic steps;

You have acceptance with God. First things first, and fundamental, your Creator’s opinion should matter to you first. The fact that He accepts you just as you are is really what counts. He does not need us to change anything in ourselves in order to come… If there’s anything that needs change He is the one to help you do it in the long run but it is never the condition to His acceptance of you. If anything, your worth is written in the conspicuous language of the cross.

Who is in your circle? Using the chemistry analogy, consider your social life as with two energy levels and you’re the nucleus in the middle. This is because we generally have just to deal with everyone in Christian courtesy, but not everyone fits in the first, and smallest energy level. It is the one closer to you. So who are in this energy level? These are meant to be people dearest to you, people who’s opinion matter most to you. We cannot ignore the fact that some insecurities arise from these people, making even stuff that you were not initially insecure about now a thorn in the flesh. Be careful to ensure these are people who want the best for you, who you already find acceptance with just as you are. Consequently, even the weaknesses that you have will be corrected with words laced with grace.

Can you do anything about your insecurity? It may be hard to cover this completely but let’s try. Let’s reason together. There are things that we may prefer to not have that we will have to accept( assumption: I’m dealing with a rational reader). Things like height or skin color etc may be beyond a human being. Here is where “you’re fearfully and wonderfully made” comes in and/ tutapewa mwili mpya. Guys, can we just let God be a righteous judge and trust the hand that makes out of dust a living soul?( thanks in advance😌)

Otherwise to some good news, there’s allowance to change some on two conditions; that it is to the glory of God and that you’ve implemented step one and two above. Clarity? Sure! Maybe you feel like you are too “well fed” …it may be hindering your mobility etc, and you feel you need to do something about it… Exercise how you need to, focus on a healthy diet, monitor your sleeping habits( all these are just suggestions that I’m realizing everyone should practice either way) and take it to the Lord in prayer. God is concerned about both our eternal and temporal needs. In accordance to His good will, with divine power and human effort combined, we can do all things! Further, insecurities that arise from trauma and loss, people, its okay to seek for help, in fact, we should.

Conclusively, let us set our hearts on things above. Let’s really determine and define what matters to us. Even as we look forward to live eternally, in a body incorruptible, eternity should begin now. It is not merely about the quantity, but also the quality of life. We must practise a healthy life style; healthy diets, healthy attitudes, healthy character, healthy healthy healthy. For we have not been given a spirit of fear but of power, love and sound mind.

Have you ever had an insecurity and conquered? Have you some useful tips? Feel free to share below, it will be much appreciated. Spread some sunshine😊.