Believe Quote by John Ortberg
“Low self-esteem causes me to believe that I have so little worth that my response does not matter. With repentance, however, I understand that being worth so much to God is why my response is so important. Repentance is remedial work to mend our minds and hearts, which get bent by sin.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Who Is My Child? by John Ortberg, 2006
Low self-esteem undermines perceived value, but repentance restores worth through God’s view.
In simple terms: Self‑esteem is low, but repentance shows God values us.
Key Takeaway
Embrace repentance to recognize divine worth.
Themes
self‑esteem
faith
repentance
worth
spiritual growth
Mood
hopeful
encouraging
Type
spiritual
motivational
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- counseling
- spiritual formation
Key Concepts
psychology
theology
redemption
Questions to Reflect On
- How does faith impact self‑worth?
- What practical steps support both repentance and mental health?
A Different Perspective
Repentance alone may not fix deep psychological issues.
