The mission of Christian Body Image is to help women learn to be like Christ, who is the perfect image of God. The world is filled with influences of what we should strive to look like, but Jesus says to only be like Him. If you're looking for help understanding the Bible, the Christian faith, and how to live each day like Christ, join our live discipleship class. We are studying the foundations of the Christian faith covering 6-12 areas of being in a relationship with Christ. Think of this as a "pre-marital" class where you learn about the life of Christ and what He requires of us as Believers. You can ask questions, dive deeper into the text, and receive prayer. Classes are twice a month and in each class, we cover a specific foundational topic: - Salvation - Lordship - Repentance - Baptism - Devotion - Church - Discipleship - and more! Please check your email after booking to download the app we will be using for each class. I recommend coming to each class so that you can follow along with your studies. There is no obligation; come as the Lord leads. Looking for something you can do alone? Take our self-paced discipleship course here: https://www.christianbodyimage.com/challenge-page/discipleship

During our free consultation, I will ask you a series of powerful questions that will give you insight into your struggles and how to overcome them. You will learn how coaching can help you gain wisdom and tools to become victorious in body image and identity. "Working with her caused me to look inside myself, relinquish wrong thought processes, and replace them with the Word of God to make lasting changes in my life!" - Elizabeth "The coaching sessions were a powerful blend of Christian values and CBT techniques. The tailored self-care assignments and visual aids further enriched the experience." - Erica

The quick verdict ChristianBodyImage.com, founded by actress and model Jasmine Charnay, appears to be the better fit for younger women, especially ages 16 to 30, who feel pulled into toxic beauty trends, “baddie” culture, self-esteem battles, social comparison, and questions about modesty. ImproveBodyImage.com, by Heather Creekmore, appears to speak more directly to women ages 35 to 65, especially mothers and grandmothers who are still carrying body image pain while navigating aging, motherhood, marriage, faith, and comparison. Both can offer meaningful body image support for Christian women, but they meet you at different stages of life. Both ministries care about helping women heal the way they see their bodies through a Christian lens. Both speak to real shame, comparison, and pressure. But they seem to serve different seasons of life, different struggles, and different kinds of support needs. Here’s a friendly comparison to help sort out which ministry may fit best for your current body image journey. Faith-based support can look different in different seasons of life. How ChristianBodyImage.com serves younger women ChristianBodyImage.com has a younger-woman feel because of the issues we address and the type of support our clients receive. As the founding coach, I have a background as an actress and model which gives me a unique voice for women who feel the pressure to look perfect, stay camera-ready, dress a certain way, and build an identity around appearance. We also address self-esteem and how it affects a person's relationship with God. That matters for a 16 to 30-year-old who is surrounded by trends like: Always needing to look “snatched” Feeling pressure to be sexy to be seen Comparing her face, body, clothes, or lifestyle to other women Trying to be a “baddie” while also wanting to honor God Wondering how modesty fits into confidence and beauty Feeling like her worth rises and falls with attention ChristianBodyImage.com is best for young women caught in the hyper glamourous trends of social media and baddie culture. The message feels especially relevant for young women trying to follow Jesus while living in a culture that rewards exposure, perfection, and constant self-focus. Body Image Support for Young Christian Women The support at ChristianBodyImage.com is centered around helping young women ditch conforming to the world's superficial beauty and helping redirect our audience's focus on the perfect image of Christ. The types of courses and support we offer young women: Semi-faceless YouTube videos and shorts Courses with homework and free coaching services Community-based discussions in our free app Discipleship and group coaching sessions Modesty teaching and guides on our parent website Local evangelism to young women in our area A HIPAA-compliant certified coach to support women struggling with BDD The biggest strength here is relatability. Younger women often need someone who understands the pressure to look a certain way online, in photos, at school, at church, or in dating. I've been through most, if not all, of what my clients have faced. Younger women often need help rebuilding identity before appearance. How ImproveBodyImage.com serves women in midlife and beyond ImproveBodyImage.com, also known as, Compared to Who, by Heather Creekmore, appears to fit a different season. Heather’s work is often associated with women who have carried body image struggles for years, not just through youth culture, but through motherhood, aging, marriage, faith, and life transitions. That makes ImproveBodyImage.com especially helpful for women ages 35 to 65 who may think, “I should be past this by now,” but still feel uncomfortable in their bodies. This ministry seems to speak to struggles like: Comparing a current body to a younger body Feeling discouraged by weight changes Navigating body image after pregnancy or menopause Wanting to model healthier body beliefs for daughters or granddaughters Feeling pressure to “fix” the body before feeling worthy Wrestling with food, exercise, aging, and spiritual identity Heather Creekmore’s approach tends to resonate with women who need mature, steady, face to face support. The tone feels less like fighting youth trend pressure and more like untangling years of comparison, control, and shame. Body Image Support for Mature and Older Christian Women ImproveBodyImage.com appears to offer Christian teaching, practical resources, and support for women who want long-term healing in how they relate to their bodies. The types of courses and support that fit this ministry’s audience may include: A body image course and workbook Bible-based teaching on comparison and worth Support for women dealing with aging and motherhood Encouragement around food, fitness, and body acceptance Resources for moms and grandmothers who want to pass on healthier beliefs The biggest strength here is depth. Many women in this age group don’t need trendy cultural language. They need someone to help them name old patterns, grieve what has been hard, and rebuild a healthier view of the body with God at the center. And many of them already understand and implement modest fashion. Side-by-side comparison Category ChristianBodyImage.com ImproveBodyImage.com Founder Jasmine Charnay, Actress and Model Heather Creekmore, Author and Bible teacher Best audience fit Younger women, roughly ages 16 to 30 Women in midlife and beyond, roughly ages 35 to 65 Common struggle Toxic beauty trends, “baddie” pressure, modesty, self-esteem Motherhood, aging, comparison, long-term body shame Tone Youthful, relatable, identity-focused Mature, steady, practical, faith-grounded Support style App-based community, coach led courses, free coaching, group sessions, youth evangelism, modesty teaching Books and study guides, coaching, weekly live cohorts, podcast teaching, course Best next step Choose it if culture and appearance pressure feel loud right now Choose it if body image has followed you through many life stages Different seasons of life often need different kinds of body image support. Where each ministry may not be the best fit A good review should be honest, even when the overall message is positive. ChristianBodyImage.com may not be the best first stop for a woman mainly processing menopause, decades of diet history, motherhood wounds, or grand-motherhood. It can still encourage her, but the examples may feel younger and misunderstood. ImproveBodyImage.com may not feel as immediately relatable to a 19-year-old battling TikTok beauty trends, pressure to dress provocatively, or the tension between being confident and staying modest. The teaching may still help, but the life stage may feel different and out of touch with her reality. *Neither ministry should replace mental health care, pastoral care, or medical support when someone is dealing with serious distress, disordered eating, trauma, depression, or anxiety. Faith-based coaching can be a beautiful support, but some struggles need a wider care team. Which Body Image Coach should you choose? Choose ChristianBodyImage.com if the main battle is identity in a beauty-obsessed culture. If the struggle sounds like, “I’m trying to be pretty, desirable, modest, confident, and godly all at once,” our ministry may feel especially personal. Choose ImproveBodyImage.com if the main battle has lasted through multiple seasons of life. If the struggle sounds like, “I’m a mom or grandmother, and I’m tired of still fighting my body after all these years,” Heather Creekmore’s ministry may be the better match. And if both sound familiar, that’s okay. Body image pain doesn’t always fit neatly into one age bracket. The point is to start with the ministry that speaks most clearly to the season you’re in right now. FAQ Are ChristianBodyImage.com and ImproveBodyImage.com the same ministry? No. They are separate ministries with different founders, audiences, and support styles. Is ChristianBodyImage.com only for teenagers? No. It appears to fit younger women broadly, especially ages 16 to 30. For minors, it’s wise to involve a parent, trusted adult, or church leader when choosing online support. Is ImproveBodyImage.com only for mothers? No. It may be especially relatable for mothers and grandmothers, but women in midlife and beyond who struggle with body image may also find it helpful. Can I use both ministries? Yes. They can complement each other, especially if someone relates to both younger-culture beauty pressure and deeper, long-term body image struggles. Final recommendation Both ChristianBodyImage.com and ImproveBodyImage.com are valuable spaces for Christian women who want healing from body shame and comparison. The clearest difference is life stage. ChristianBodyImage.com is a strong fit for younger women facing beauty trends, self-esteem struggles, “baddie” pressure, and starting their modesty journey. ImproveBodyImage.com is a strong fit for women 35 to 65 who are processing body image through motherhood, aging, and years of comparison. Start where your story feels most understood. That’s often where healing feels less overwhelming and more possible.

The Short Answer: Bible Verses About Self-Worth So many women struggle with their self-esteem and self-worth, in fact, about 79% of women report struggles with confidence and identity. The word of God is the perfect solution to help you discover who you are and how much you mean to your Creator. Psalm 139: 16-18 Ephesians 2:10 Song of Solomon 4:7 Genesis 1:31 1 Peter 2:9 Luke 12:6–7 1 Samuel 16:7 Romans 8:38–39 2 Corinthians 12:9 The Bible is where we find identity and self-worth Self-worth asks the question, "What do I mean to this world? Who am I and why do I matter?" These are all great questions to ask yet sometimes they are directed at the wrong things. Some people are seeking these answers in other people, some are looking at the stars, and some, like you, have realized that God definitely has the truth I seek. We all want to know how valuable we are and many of us have never known it. The culture and environment around us are always trying to put a price on what human being are worth. Whether it's how beautiful someone is, how much money they make, or what they've achieved, there's always a measuring line that seems impossible. But the world’s measure of worth, beauty, and success was never meant to define you. Here are nine Bible verses about self-worth that will anchor your identity and refresh your soul. Break Free from Body Shame & Reclaim Your Value Are you tired of struggling with body image and feeling like you'll never be enough? You don't have to navigate this journey alone. Join our FREE 4-Part Video Series: Overcoming Body Shame to receive short, encouraging videos delivered straight to your inbox, along with access to a supportive, Christ-centered community walking this path with you. 👉 Click here to access Heal Body Shame Series. 9 Essential Bible Verses About Self-Worth 1. Psalm 139:16–18 "Your eyes saw my unformed body; all my days were written in Your book and ordained for me before one of them came to be. How precious to me are Your thoughts, O God, how vast is their sum! If I were to count them, they would outnumber the grains of sand; and when I awake, I am still with You!" These verses have had me in a chokehold for a while because I'm seeing things I hadn't paid attention to before. First, God ordained you to be here. Second, He thinks about you more than the grains of sand (which scientist still can't count). Third, everyday He is with you even when others have left. Isn't that amazing? The people who abandoned you thought 10 bad thoughts about you and left. But God, He thinks millions of thoughts about you, even though you're a sinner, and He's still there with you the next day. That's so beautiful. 2. Ephesians 2:10 "For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand that we should walk in them." When God ordained you to be here, He also prepared specific things for you to do. You were created in Christ to do good, not just to look good. People may have an idea about your purpose or you may even plan for a certain lifestyle, but God already had it thought out. You were worth that much planning and preparation. 3. Song of Solomon 4:7 "You are altogether beautiful, my love; there is no spot in you." When the world sees flaws and things less than beautiful, God sees nothing wrong with you. He was intentional in how He formed you, and remember He calls His creation very good in Genesis. And even though you sin, Jesus was sent to make you spotless and without blemish. This is how He views every believer. 4. Genesis 1:31 "God saw everything that He had made, and behold, it was very good, and He validated it completely. And there was evening, and there was morning, a sixth day." God validated and accepted you when He ordained for you to be here. And there is no one and no thing that can change that fact. People may call your behavior unacceptable and your looks a hot mess, but God accepted you already and gave you His stamp of approval. 5. 1 Peter 2:9 "But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for His own possession, that you may proclaim the excellence of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light." God chose you! You did not choose Him. The truth is, God chose you and introduced Himself to you, and you responded. And He chose you so that you could be holy, fully belonging to Him, and telling other people about His love. It doesn't matter who's rejected you, you were selected by the King of the Universe. 6. Luke 12:6–7 "Are not five sparrows sold for two copper coins? Not one of them is forgotten by God. But even the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Therefore don’t be afraid; you are of more value than many sparrows." Something else that God numbers that we can't is your hair. That's how detailed He is about you and your worth. To put this in perspective, Jesus talks about the sparrows...how worthless they are in society and how cheap they are exchanged. Yet, God doesn't even forget about these little "worthless" animals. So how could He ever forget you? Even the birds mean something special to Him. 7. 1 Samuel 16:7 "For the Lord sees not as man sees; for man looks on the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart." People often measure worth based on how something looks. We know this all too well. People are made fun of or rejected because they don't look as good in comparison to the next person. But God isn't measuring how worthy someone is by how they appear. He's always looking inside to see what type of character can accomplish a specific role He has in mind. It's not a matter of worthiness, but character. 8. Romans 8:38–39 "For I am persuaded that neither death nor life, nor angels nor principalities, nor things present nor things to come... will be able to separate us from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus our Lord." Nothing can separate you from God's love. Not your struggles, your appearance, or your failures. God will always love you right now for exactly who and where you are. 9. 2 Corinthians 12:9 "He has said to me, 'My grace is sufficient for you, for My power is made perfect in weakness.' Most gladly therefore I will rather glory in my weaknesses, that the power of Christ may rest on me." Your weaknesses don't disqualify you, because God's grace meets you in the gap. When you look at yourself and think, "Oh no, I can't do it," His power kicks in to support you where you are lacking. That's why Paul said he will rather boast in how weak he was because that's when he was truly strong in the Lord. Walking in Your God-Given Worth Every Day Unlearning the lie that your worth depends on your physical appearance or productivity takes time, but God's Word is powerful enough to transform how you view yourself. Whenever body shame or self-doubt creeps in, come back to these Bible verses about self-worth and remind yourself of who created you, who claims you, and who calls you beloved. Ready to Overcome Body Shame for Good? You were made for more than a life of constant self-criticism. If you're ready to align your self-image with God’s truth and find freedom from body shame, we’re here to help you take the next step. Sign up for our FREE Video Email Series today! You’ll receive: 4 Short, Impactful Videos focused on healing your relationship with your body. Biblical Strategies to dismantle body shame and comparison. Community Support with women on the same journey toward freedom. 👉 Click Here to Join the Free Series You don't have to hide behind your or anyone else's hands anymore. Let God reveal who you are in Christ.

The Bible is the only historical and spiritually inspired book that covers just about every topic known to man. Body image was not left out of God's discussion with His creation. You may feel like your body image issues are an isolated topic, but God is right here with you, waiting on you to pray about it and discover what He actually has to say. Learn how to apply God's word to heal your body shame in this free email series. 10 Bible Verses About Body Image Genesis 1:31 AMP God saw everything that He had made, and behold, it was very good, and He validated it completely. And there was evening, and there was morning, a sixth day. When the Lord created you, He already validated you. That means He accepted and approved of you before you were born. God knew what He was doing when He formed you from the dust, and He gave you worth, dignity, and value that can't be taken away no matter what people say about your appearance. In the beginning, you were accepted by God. Psalm 139:14 ESV I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Wonderful are your works; my soul knows it very well. God made you with awe and wonder. The Psalmist goes on to say that He intricately formed your inward parts and knew you existed in the depths of the earth. In other words, He knew your unformed body before your parents knew you were there. And you were made with great wisdom and skill. Ephesians 2:10 NLT For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago. You are God's masterpiece, like an artist carefully sculpting a work of art, so He created you. And you're not created to look good, but to do good things. Your good looks are just proof that God was thoughtful in the details, but ultimately He has a purpose planned for your life. 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 ESV Or do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit within you, whom you have from God? You are not your own, for you were bought with a price. So glorify God in your body. Your body was designed to be God's temple, a dwelling place for Him to do His amazing work through you. As mentioned, you're not on earth to be a display ad for clicks and views, but to house the very presence of God. 1 Timothy 4:8 AMP For physical training is of some value, but godliness (spiritual training) is of value in everything and in every way, since it holds promise for the present life and for the life to come. Your fitness goals and waist training have some value on earth. Being physically fit to handle your purpose in life is important for getting the job done. However, training in godliness is valuable in every way because it qualifies you to answer your calling and prepares you for Heaven along the way. Proverbs 31:30 ESV Charm is deceitful, and beauty is vain, but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised. Beauty is an empty pursuit, and your attractiveness can be deceiving. Pursuing beauty and attraction are things people do to be liked by the world. But the woman who fears God and holds Him in high regard is to be praised. The world will praise you for your looks, but God says what they should praise is how you worship Him with obedience. 1 Peter 3:3-4 ESV Do not let your adorning be external—the braiding of hair and the putting on of gold jewelry, or the clothing you wear— but let your adorning be the hidden person of the heart with the imperishable beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which in God's sight is very precious. Your physical beauty is perishable; every day we grow older. But God says the imperishable beauty is your inner spirit and how you respond to Him and other people. The beauty of your inner spirit will carry over to the other side of eternity. 1 Samuel 16:7 ESV But the Lord said to Samuel, “Do not look on his appearance or on the height of his stature, because I have rejected him. For the Lord sees not as man sees: man looks on the outward appearance, but the Lord looks on the heart.” The world will convince you that beauty is why someone is chosen; however, God does not see how we see. The person you think is the baddest and the best person to have influence may be rejected by the Lord. He is looking at the heart to see who can carry out His will. Song of Solomon 4:7 ESV You are altogether beautiful, my love; there is no flaw in you. What if you realized that this is how Christ sees you? The God who made you did not add flaws; He made you on purpose. And this is how Jesus looks at His Bride, the Church, who is called to be without spot or wrinkle. Romans 8:29 AMP For those whom He foreknew [and loved and chose beforehand], He also predestined to be conformed to the image of His Son [and ultimately share in His complete sanctification], so that He would be the firstborn [the most beloved and honored] among many believers. You are called to conform to the image of Christ and to share in His holiness. If we're honest, we all want to conform to the world's version of beauty and share in their glory. What if you saw the image of Jesus as the best version of yourself? Take Your Thoughts Captive Using the Word of God If you struggle with negative self-talk and have body image wounds, I want to invite you to our free Heal Body Shame series. You'll learn how to apply 2 Corinthians 10:5, cast down imaginations and everything exalting itself above God's truth. This is one of the many ways we help you immediately address body image issues and stop the lies of the enemy from deteriorating your self-worth. Start the series now. Heal Body Shame teaching videos with Jasmine

Learn 4 steps to heal body shame and get practical, ongoing support to overcome body image problems and restore your self-worth. 4 Steps to Heal Body Shame Learn 4 steps to heal body shame and start your journey to Body Godfidence and freedom. 1 Identify what started your body image & self-worth struggles 2 Understand how social media & culture affects your image 3 Grab your journal to apply my coaching method to overcome negative thinking 4 Get access to a private coaching community with women like you Start the video series First name* Email* Can we text you? I want to subscribe to your mailing list. * Heal Body Shame

Listen to the Christian Body Image Podcast and our specially curated body-positive music playlist. Plus submit your song for free! Body Image Podcast & Playlist Sometimes your environment affects how you see yourself. Tune in to the Christian Body Image podcast to get coached, and learn tips and strategies for overcoming body image and self-esteem issues with biblical truth. We also specially curated a body-positive music playlist to combat the negative and misogynistic music we hear in modern culture. Dive into new music and new topics to help you overcome body image and low self-esteem. Podcast Playlist Podcast Playlist Body Positive Music Many times our body image issues come from our environment. For the Founder, she realized her music was toxic to how she saw herself as a woman. So she changed her music tastes and curated this playlist along the way. Listen to the music that helped boost her confidence in Christ and share music that you think can fit the playlist! Submit Music Add to Spotify Submit Your Song Thank you for checking out our website and playlist! Here is where you can submit encouraging and uplifting songs for women. Please include information about the artists so that we can shout them out on social media. Once you've submitted it, check your email for further instructions! First name Last name Email Spotify Song URL Give us a short caption about your song with your IG and TikTok profiles: How did you hear about us? Submit My Song Thanks! We will be in touch! Submit Music

Share the love of Christ with a young woman who is struggling with body image and self-esteem. Remind her that she is made in the image of God. Why Christian Body Image? Download the App Christian body image looks very different from general body image content. Although it may be helpful, it fails to mention the one who gave us our image, God. I believe that for women to heal their identity and body image issues, they have to return to the One Who made them in HIS image. We teach women that they are called to conform to the perfect image of Christ. In His Image Evangelism Cards $16.82 Price View Details Evangelism Fulfilling the Great Commission Our heart has always been to fulfill the Great Commission in the special endowment given to us from God's Holy Spirit. Many young women are struggling with their identity because they might not know Jesus Christ. Or maybe they do but their focus is still on worldly values. It is our job to redirect the conversation away from the noise of our society and encourage women to renew their minds in Christ. This site serves as an evangelism tool to be shared with women who need this reminder. We encourage you to join us in fulfilling the Great Commission by ordering our evangelism cards that will walk a young woman through our 4-steps as seen on the homepage.

This is a 6-week discipleship course designed to take you deeper into your relationship with Christ. If you took the In His Image Course then this will help you start your relationship with Jesus on a firm foundation. Learn what it looks like to walk with God daily! You will learn: 1. Saved by Grace 2. Becoming God's Wife 3. Your Body is Not Your Own 4. How to Study and Pray 5. Finding Community 6. Fulfilling Your Purpose Mandatory BONUS Content: Learn the art of spiritual warfare with a body of believers. Join our live class to get your questions answered and dive deeper into the text: https://www.christianbodyimage.com/service-page/discipleship-class