Developing Authentic Self-Esteem

Leading The Way Radio Podcast

Leading The Way with Dr. Michael Youssef

Michael Youssef, Christianity, Religion & Spirituality, Sermons, Bible Study, Theology, Health & Fitness, Jesus, Mental Health, Preaching, Bible, Spirituality, Religion, Holy Spirit, Ltw, Leading The Way

4.9 • 620 Ratings

🗓️ 15 April 2026

⏱️ 25 minutes

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Summary

From 1 John 4:17–18, Dr. Michael Youssef shows that real confidence and true self-worth come only from God’s perfect love in Jesus Christ. When you rest in the Father’s unchanging love, fear is pushed out and holy assurance takes its place.

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0:00.0	What Biblically based authentic self-esteem looks like today on leading the way.
0:07.0	When you develop confidence in the unshakable, unstoppable, unchangeable, unconditional, unqualified love of God,
0:17.0	you will experience authentic self-esteem in your Christian life that self-esteem
0:23.6	will not be impacted by what others say about you that authentic self-esteem will
0:31.0	not be impacted by events in your life it will not be impacted by your own self-imposed limitations.
0:42.0	Dr. Michael Yousaf passionately proclaims uncompromising truth on each leading the way.
0:49.8	Welcome to today's episode.
0:51.9	In the pages of 1 John, the Bible highlights ingredients needed for living a life of fulfillment
0:58.4	in Christ.
0:59.7	And that's Dr. Youssef's focus today as he continues his series, Life at its best.
1:06.9	Please keep in mind that leading the way is a listener-supported gospel ministry using various media tools to share Jesus.
1:15.2	Leading the way relies on God's provision through the generosity of God's people impacted by and aligned with the teaching and the mission of leading the way.
1:26.6	Learn ways that you can join Dr. Youssef and the
1:29.4	worldwide team in prayerful generosity when you call 866-6-6-26-4356 or online, LTW.org.
1:43.2	Right now, though, listen with me as Dr. Michael Youssef begins today's teaching on leading the way.
1:51.6	Scientists and experts tell us that by the time a child turned 8, 80% of their self-esteem is already developed. And by the time they
2:08.2	become teenagers, their self-worth is fully developed. Although there can be still some changes
2:15.8	during the early adolescence.
2:18.8	But nonetheless, that early time in the life of a child is of vital importance.
2:25.0	But here's the catch.
2:27.3	If parents build their child's self-esteem and self-worth based on performance or looks or accomplishments.
2:40.7	When that child becomes an adult, he or she will always associate their self-worth
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