We all live for something. Even if we can’t define the “something” with words, our actions show our “something.” My something used to be perfection. Perfect discipline to create a perfectly toned, perfectly thin, perfectly envy-worthy body. I loved Jesus but He wasn’t the Lord of my life. My thoughts were not centred around Jesus. My emotions were not filtered through Jesus. My days were not centred around Jesus. My life revolved around a perfect body. I spent hours reading magazines, making mental (or physical) lists of what I needed to fix. I watched movies, ignorant of plot lines, hyper-aware of an actress’ body shape. I ate dinner and afterwards, reflected on calorie counts and not flavour.
But Jesus changed my life when I gave Him control. I released the death-grip I had around “comparison” and “perfection.” And God has been faithful to heal me. He’s healed my body image, He’s healed my mind and He’s given me purpose. Real purpose. I love serving the church. I love learning about God’s love for me. And I am proud of the body He has given me.
Revolution Movement made a series of videos called “What Is The Thing?” for an event we had in November. I shared my video a few weeks ago through twitter and facebook – but missed sharing on the blog. Here you go!
Jamie…that video was so powerful and really spoke to me. You are gorgeous…but most importantly wise, so very wise. Thank you for spreading the love of Jesus!
I was so blessed by your “What is the Thing” video. thanks for sharing your story and your heart, jamie. Jesus is doing good things through you!
So glad you found Him, Jamie. He really is the only One worth living for.
You’re a gem, James.
This is incredible. Love it. You are gorgeous by the way! So inspired by you, as always. Much love.
Very inspiring. It’s amazing what happens when we “give up” things to our Savior. Thanks for sharing!
YOu are beautiful Jamie, inside and out. Thank you for sharing your growth in Christ!
love this so so much! thanks for being such an inspiration:)
much love,
Rachel
http://www.rbanek.blogspot.com
Oh Jamie, thank you so much for sharing this! I know so many girls caught up in the comparison game, and your life is a beautiful testimony of God’s healing power!
Wow Jamie! All I have to say is this video sure did get me thinking! I guess I never really realized that the way I live my life lately & think is a problem. I can really relate to your past on what you lived for, and hoping I can look back like you do now and say i over came it. I just don’t even know where to start!
Thanks for sharing! You really are a great inspiration to so many!
Truly great pretty girl! xo
This is so awesome Jamie! In a way i can relate to this, so its really encouraging to me! Thank you!
Beautifully said Jamie.
Jamie, this was so vulnerable and awesome of you to share. Shine on!