"Do you not know that your body is the temple of the Holy Spirit who is in you, whom you have from God, and you are not your own?" - 1 Corinthians 6:19 NKJV

"In the same way, husbands ought to love their wives as they love their own bodies. For a man who loves his wife actually shows love for himself. No one hates his own body but feeds and cares for it, just as Christ cares for the church." - Ephesians 5:28-29 NLT

"So God created man in His own image; in the image of God He created him." - Genesis 1:27 KNJV

I eagerly expect and hope that I will in no way be ashamed, but will have sufficient courage so that now as always Christ will be exalted in my body, whether by life or by death." - Philippians 1:20 NIV

"Have nothing to do with irreverent, silly myths. Rather train yourself for godliness; for while bodily training is of some value, godliness is of value in every way, as it holds promise for the present life and also for the life to come." - 1 Timothy 4:7-8 ESV

A feeling of self-worth is necessary for a balanced life. Paul says that a man should love and care for his own body. Take note, he doesn't say you must be in love with yourself, only that you need to look after your body well. How? Well, you make sure your body is well groomed and looked after. You don't overeat, overwork, overstrain or drink excessively. Your body is the temple of God, and that is why you find your worth in Him who regards you as precious in His sight. Thank you and God Bless!

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