When I decided to put my house on the market several years ago, I had a price in mind for what I thought it was worth. Given all the improvements I’d made, I thought it could command a hefty price tag.

Days before the listing agreement was to end, I received an offer over my asking price. It was clearly valued. However, I recently learned that it has fallen into a state of disrepair so I doubt it will command the price in the online estimate. Its value has been compromised.

When my daughter was born, the nurses were in awe of how beautiful she was. With a head full of stunning hair, dotted with gold, blonde, and even auburn highlights, she was a stunner!

As she grew up, I was continually telling her how beautiful she was. Of course, this was reiterated by everyone who took one look at her. Then one day, my eldest sister gave me a bit of sage advice.

In essence she told me to stop focusing only on her looks as her greatest asset because she may grow up thinking that her value is solely based on her physical attributes. She advised me to recognize her other qualities: intelligence, sense of humor, compassion, and creativity.

I’m grateful that I listened. While my daughter can still stop traffic, she has grown into an amazing young woman whose success has come more from her “inside” qualities than outside.

In today’s culture, we are told that it is our looks, achievements, titles, and even our age that make us valuable. I’m so grateful that none of these things matter to our Father in heaven! In fact, Jesus said it so clearly:

“Are not five sparrows sold for two copper coins? And not one of them is forgotten before God. But the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Do not fear therefore; you are of more value than many sparrows.” (Luke 12:6-7 NKJV)

God loves and values us so much that He:

• Gave His only begotten Son so we can spend eternity in heaven (John 3:16),
• Has amazing plans for our lives (Jeremiah 29:11),
• Has oodles of blessings for us (Ephesians 3:20).

In today’s economy, we may think something is more valuable than it is. I learned this lesson at a recent visit to a thrift store when trying to sell some clothing:

Things are only worth what someone is willing to pay for them.

God was willing to pay the ultimate price for you. He never questioned your worth or value. Even if you question them, God never does. He loves you so much that He paid the highest price for you…His only Son, Jesus (John 15:13).

So the real question is…what’s that worth to you?

P.S. If you would like to find out just how valuable you are to God, click here to watch or listen to the Elevate The Day podcast “You Are Worthy!”