Do you get down on yourself because of insecurities? You might wish that you had more confidence in yourself. What can you do to heal?

Timmerie sits down with the delightful Sisters of Life, Sister Mary Grace from Australia and Sister Marie Veritas from Canada, to chat about restoring our confidence. Here’s what they shared at the National Eucharistic Congress: You can get the entire episode here.

Confidence Amidst Chaos: Timmerie and the sisters dive into the everyday struggles that steal our confidence and peace, like trying to be perfect and always productive. They explore how many of us, even those active in our Catholic faith, sometimes feel a bit lost and disconnected.

Finding Joy and Authenticity: The sisters share touching stories from their work, especially with women in crisis on college campuses. It is so important to reconnect with who we truly are in Christ, and they remind us that real confidence comes from being seen, known, and loved by God.

Rediscovering Childlike Confidence: Sometimes, pure confidence and innocence is lost as we get older. They encourage us to embrace our unique God-given identities and to stop feeling like we have to prove ourselves to the world.

The Four Levels of Love: Sister Marie Veritas introduces us to St. Bernard of Clairvaux’s Four Levels of Love:

1 – Loving yourself for your own sake.

2 – Loving God for your own sake.

3 – Loving God for God’s sake.

4 – Loving yourself for God’s sake. This teaching shows us that true confidence comes from loving ourselves because God loves us so deeply.

Embracing Weakness and Dependence: The sisters reassure us that our weaknesses and insecurities can actually bring us closer to God. Our neediness is a beautiful invitation to rely on God, turning our vulnerabilities into spaces for His grace to shine through.

Joy in Ministry: The sisters share their experiences at the largest women’s conference in the U.S., where their joy and peace really stood out. This joy isn’t something they create themselves; it’s a reflection of Jesus’ presence in their lives.

Litany of Trust: They talk about the Litany of Trust, a powerful prayer that came from Sister Faustina Maria Pia’s personal struggles. If you have a hard time trusting in Jesus, this prayer is for you.

Takeaway Message: Remember that the heart of confidence is trusting in Christ and embracing our identity as beloved children of God. Cry out to Jesus, letting Him heal our insecurities and fill us with His peace and joy.

✨ Final Thought: Embrace who you are in God’s eyes and let His love be the source of your confidence. 🌟

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