You are love. You are kind. You are passionate. You are compassionate. You are brave. You are a shepherd. You are justice. You are good. You are inherently and undeniably created in the image of God. 

You are a Reflection of God

Emma looking into a beautiful mirror in a cozy attic, with a curious expression on her face

Once upon a time, there was a little girl named Emma. Emma was five years old and lived in a cozy house with her family. One day, she found a beautiful mirror in the attic. Her grandmother told her it was a magical mirror that showed the true self of anyone who looked into it. Emma was curious and decided to take a look.

The Special Mirror

Emma surrounded by a warm, glowing light, with a gentle smile on her face

When Emma looked into the mirror, she saw herself surrounded by a warm, glowing light. The mirror whispered, 'You are love, Emma.' Emma felt a gentle warmth in her heart. She remembered how she always hugged her friends when they were sad. She realized that her love made others feel better.

Seeing Love

Emma helping her neighbor carry groceries, with a proud look on her face

The next day, Emma decided to help her neighbor carry groceries. The mirror's words echoed in her mind, 'You are kind, Emma.' She felt proud when her neighbor smiled and thanked her. Emma understood that kindness was a part of her. She decided to do more kind things every day.

Acts of Kindness

Emma freeing a puppy from a bush, with a happy expression as the puppy licks her face

One afternoon, Emma saw a puppy stuck in a bush. Remembering the mirror's words, 'You are brave, Emma,' she carefully freed the puppy. The puppy wagged its tail and licked her face. Emma felt happy knowing she was brave and compassionate. She knew she was created in the image of God, full of love, kindness, and bravery.