See Yourself as God Sees You

by Josh McDowell

Through stories and lots of Scripture, See Yourself as God Sees You reminds us of what God says about who we are. In understanding this we discover our true identity and can live more fully. Callouts and discussion questions help readers understand and apply the material.

Genres: Christian Living, Christianity, Faith, Christian, Theology

208 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1999

About the author

Josh McDowell is a bestselling Christian apologist, evangelist, and author of over 150 books, including Evidence That Demands a Verdict and More Than a Carpenter. Once an agnostic, he converted to Christianity while investigating its historical claims. He went on to earn degrees from Wheaton College and Talbot Theological Seminary. For decades, McDowell has been a prominent speaker with Campus Crusade for Christ, addressing issues of faith, character, and youth culture worldwide. His work emphasizes historical and legal evidence for Christianity and tackles challenges posed by skepticism and non-Christian beliefs. He lives in California with his wife, Dottie, and is the father of four children, including fellow apologist Sean McDowell.

Reviews

[Olivia Meriwether · Rating 5 out of 5]

A mentor recommended this book to me two years ago and it has been sitting on my shelf untouched until now. Great timing though! I really enjoyed this and learned a lot. There are the three foundational pillars of identity that McConnell focuses on (lovable, valuable, capable.) Here is my favorite quote that sums it up:

“In relating to God the Father, your sense of belonging grows, and you understand that you are unconditionally loved by God. In relating to Jesus Christ the Son, your sense of worth grows, and you understand that you are valued by God. In relating to the Holy Spirit, your sense of competence grows, and you understand that you are useful to God.”

[Sarah · Rating 4 out of 5]

Although I wasn't a fan of the journaling questions (I felt they were sort of redundant from week to week), I enjoyed everything else about this book! McDowell incorporates a lot of scripture in both the chapters and the journaling sections, which I really enjoyed and found helpful. As McDowell says, one of the best ways to see yourself as God sees you is to know who God is and to know His word. "The transformation of your inner portrait is inextricably linked to a growing understanding of the Bible's truth about who you are." (p. 114)

McDowell also includes some anecdotes about people he knows to help make his points more salient and applicable. That's another thing - there are a multitude of options for practical application of what you are reading.

I think we could all use a reminder of how loved and valued we are in God's eyes - this book does a great job of that!

[Cindy Roa · Rating 3 out of 5]

“Lo hizo porque te ama.”

[Sarah · Rating 1 out of 5]

This book felt like a slap in the face. I felt like the author was saying if you don't have a good self worth you are "so needy to recieve attention that (you) are unable to give selfless attention to others.". Pg 22.
I don't feel like it gave way for those with metal illness or anxiety and how they view the world or themselves. It didn't give account for the research done by those in the mental health world. It would have been helpful to add this to it.

I also felt that it was a lot of who God is and not about how it relates to the person reading. Many of the scriptures and the thoughts were things I have heard before.

However, I take note that most of the reviews were favorable and mabe this book just wasn't for me or what I am currently going through.

[John · Rating 5 out of 5]

I found it helpful to read, and was certainly an eye-opener for me to things that I had not realised were still issues for me.

[Monika · Rating 4 out of 5]

Uniwersalna książka skłaniająca do refleksji. Kim jestem? Na czym opiera się moja wartość i tożsamość? Czy mój obraz siebie samej jest taki tam jak Jego obraz? Będę wracać.

[Katie Baker · Rating 3 out of 5]

Given to me by my local vicar I am still taking things from this book into my life and I wait to see the transformation.

[Alex · Rating 4 out of 5]

What a great reminder from Josh McDowell that our God is glorious and loves us unconditionally. Highly recommend. Some great verses for the toilet door or anywhere you need to be reminded about how special you are.

[Jane · Rating 5 out of 5]

Learn to see yourself on how God sees you.

[Hannah MacLean · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great encouragement, great book. Every Christian should read this book.

[Amy Barker · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book completely changed how I view myself and the world. Every Christian should read this book! and know that God's love is limitless!!

[Dana · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazing Book. Definitely a must read!!!

[Marina Joseph · Rating 4 out of 5]

A great book it really changed how i look to my self and let me know who exactly am i in the light of biblical truth.

[Sherry · Rating 5 out of 5]

The most interesting book I've ever read

[Joseph Thomas]

This book is one of my best. It changed my identity from the ill one I had ever had. I see the real me emerging since then