Hi my reader,😊
I hope you’re doing well and that you had a great week.
Happy the Lord’s Day! Happy Easter! Today, my Redeemer, Jesus Christ continues to live forever. The tomb is empty because Jesus Christ rose on the third day, giving you and me the assurance of salvation. What a blessing it is that Jesus loves both you and me, and that He died for our sins.
This week felt like a breeze—time really seems to be racing these days. And if you’re wondering how I am, well, I’m doing fine. I finished reading Claim Your Crown by Tarah Lynn, started writing a legal article (though I’m not done yet), watched a series (I sometimes feel bad watching movies because I want to be productive), showed up for my business, and rejoiced with my friends as God finally came through for them in their results. I also attended an event on Saturday, Majestic Manifesto by Pastor Debola Deji Kurunmi (DDK) that stirred something in me—it made me decide to consciously become better.
This week, I’ve found myself needing to pray more and hold onto God’s Word more tightly. It’s been building my faith and helping me depend on Him in everything.
Now, there’s something that’s been on my heart for a while that I want to share with you—and that’s the importance of knowing yourself.
At Saturday’s event, DDK said that we should all aim to gain a PhD in ourselves. That really struck me. Think about it—we spend 4, 5, even 6 years in school learning about a course, and some of us go on to pursue doctoral degrees. We go to Bible school and take online courses to gain a competitive edge in our careers.
But how many of us have intentionally studied ourselves?
We pray to know God more. We ask our love interest, “Tell me more about yourself,” and sometimes when we respond to this question it is surface level and largely does not reflect who we truly are sometimes.
But the real questions are:
Do you know yourself?
Do you know what you like and what you don’t like?
Do you know your strengths? Your weaknesses?
Do you know why you don’t like certain things?
Do you understand your personality beyond what others say about you?
Do you know why you act the way you do?
Do you have a sense of purpose? Do you know where you're headed?
What’s something surprising or unexpected about you that most people wouldn’t guess?
Do you know your love languages in order of priority?
Do you have a dream country you want to visit?
I believe that if you don’t know yourself, you can’t live fully or purposefully.
If you don’t know yourself, you can’t truly love yourself. And if you don’t know yourself, you have no business committing to a romantic relationship. You must be self-aware before you can invite someone else onto your journey.
Of course, we can’t discover ourselves in one day. But we can take intentional steps toward self-discovery. That’s why I agree with DDK—it’s like earning a PhD. It takes time, focus, and dedication.
When you know who you are, you can love yourself better.
When you know who you are, you can offer your awesomeness to the world.
When you know who you are, you can enter relationships with self-awareness and honesty.
When you know who you are, you become an asset—you can play to your strengths and grow stronger in your weaknesses.
If you’re starting this journey of self-discovery, I recommend taking the Gallup Strength Finder Assessment Test. Also, reading Why You Act the Way You Do by Tim LaHaye can provide valuable insights into understanding your behavioral patterns. Having intentional conversations with people who play significant roles in your life can also be incredibly eye-opening. And most importantly—pray intentionally: “Lord, today I want to know me more.” Ask God to reveal more about you to you. This will require stillness, reflection, and meditating on His Word.
Lastly, remember: this journey isn’t rushed. That’s why it’s like earning a PhD—it takes time. It’s a process of unfolding, layer by layer like an onion, through prayer, reflection, deep questions, and God’s gentle leading. That’s how we begin to uncover our true selves.
So, in this new week, I challenge you: begin to learn about yourself. Discover what you love, what moves you, and who you truly are. Ask the hard questions. Take one step at a time toward uncovering the masterpiece that God created you to be.💫
Do have a great week!🫶🏽
All my love.💜
The Purple Girl.