One look online and you’ll see them – selfies. This term, meaning a picture taken of oneself with a digital camera, has even been added to Webster’s Dictionary. While some may say this trend is due to an overinflation of one’s self worth, the opposite is much more likely.

She perceives that her merchandise is profitable.

Proverbs 31:18

People are trying to earn their value through “likes” and followers on social media accounts. The Proverbs 31 woman in today’s passage understands her merchandise is profitable; in other words, she knows her worth. It’s actually hard to see your own worth through the world’s eyes. You’ll find yourself not measuring up to the next guy. Instead, view yourself through the eyes of your Heavenly Father. He sees your true and eternal potential. “For the Lord sees not as man sees: man looks on the outward appearance, but the Lord looks on the heart.” (I Samuel 16:7)

Through the blood of Jesus, see your “new self, created after the likeness of God in true righteousness and holiness.” (Ephesians 4:24) Ask the Lord to reveal your worth in Him. Then pray for America and its leaders to stop seeking followers and instead follow God.

Recommended Reading: I Samuel 16:6-13