How to Handle Your Emotions (Counseling Through the Bible Series) (58 page)

I am unable to set appropriate boundaries.

I am ashamed of my background and I often struggle with depression.

I am controlled by a victim mentality.

I am inferior and incompetent when compared to others.

If you struggle with insecurity, you need to take to heart these words of encouragement from the Bible:

“Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid… for the L
ORD
your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you”

(D
EUTERONOMY
31:6).

Relational Roadblocks

I am overly critical and distrustful of others.

I am demanding and unforgiving of others.

I am defensive when confronted.

I am argumentative and resistant to authority.

I am undeserving of and unable to accept compliments.

I am afraid to get close to people and establish intimacy.

I am a peace-at-all-costs people pleaser.

I am reluctant to express my true feelings.

I am hesitant to accept responsibility for my wrongs.