Grateful for the People Who Believed in Me When I Didn’t Believe in Myself

Sometimes I just sit back and look at my life, and all I can say is, thank You, Lord. Because the truth is, there were many moments I didn’t believe in myself. Times when I doubted if I could even do half of the things I dreamed of. But somehow, God placed people around me who believed in me when I couldn’t believe in myself. People who gave me space to make mistakes, who corrected me with love, not with harsh words. People who challenged me in ways that made me better, not in ways that made me feel small.

When I look back now—where I was before, the struggles, the doubts, the mistakes—and then I see where I am today, I know there has been a change. I can’t take the glory for myself. All glory belongs to God Almighty. But I also know that the kind of people I’ve had around me have been part of that journey. Some names I may not even mention, but I carry them in my heart, because they have been part of my growth.

Above all, I will say this boldly—my parents, my father and my mother, have been my biggest supporters. Their faith in me, their belief in me, their encouragement… it’s something I cannot trade for anything. Even when I couldn’t see anything in myself, they kept reminding me that I could make it, that I was not a failure, that there was something inside me worth fighting for. They stood with me in prayers, in advice, in every way. I thank God for them, because truly they have been a gift.

It’s not only my parents, though. Along the way, I’ve met people—friends, mentors, brothers, sisters in Christ—who made a difference in my life. Some helped me by encouraging me. Some corrected me when I went wrong. And some even criticized me. But over time, I came to realize that not all criticism is meant to break you down. Some criticism is actually God’s way of showing you where you need to improve. At first it may hurt, but later, when you think about it, you realize it was just pushing you to become better, to see that there’s more inside you.

And that’s something I’ve learned: sometimes negativity is not the end of the road. Sometimes it is a sign that there is more potential in you, something hidden that has not yet come out. And if you’re willing to listen, reflect, and work on yourself, you’ll see growth where you least expect it.

To anyone who feels like they are not enough, who feels like they can’t make it, I want to say this: believe in God, believe in Christ, and also believe in yourself. Because truly, without God, we are limited. But with God, there are no limits. The Bible says, I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. That’s not just a verse—it is a reality. You may feel weak, but His strength is enough. You may feel like giving up, but He gives courage. And as you keep working on yourself, you’ll be surprised at how much you can grow.

I have come to understand that having good people around you is more valuable than money, more precious than gold or rubies. Money comes and goes, but the right people in your life will shape you forever. They will remind you of your worth, they will push you out of your comfort zone, and they will make you see yourself the way God sees you. That kind of treasure cannot be bought.

So today, I just want to appreciate those people. Those who lifted me when I was down, those who believed in me when I didn’t, those who corrected me with love, and even those who criticized me in ways that forced me to reflect and improve. I thank God for their lives, and I pray God blesses them richly. They have been more than a blessing to me.

And above everything, I return all glory to God Almighty. Because without Him, I would not even have crossed the first stage. He has been my anchor, my strength, my provider, and the reason why I am not where I used to be. I give Him praise, and I’m thankful for every single person He used in my journey.