Body Image: Valuing God's Good Gift

by Andrea Lee

In this imperfect world, even good gifts—like your body!—come with major challenges. Whether you’re struggling with shame, wrestling with questions about diet and exercise, or simply wondering what it means to live a God-honoring life in a female body, the Bible is filled with beautiful truths to help and encourage you. Andrea Lee writes as one who understands the pain of body-image struggles—and as one who can point you to the deep hope of the gospel. Two-page devotional readings, accompanied by prayers and reflection questions, will help you appreciate God’s amazing design for you.

In the 31-Day Devotionals for Teenagers series, adults who care about young people look at what the Bible has to say about the everyday issues you face. Through personal stories and relevant examples, they show that Jesus brings hope for every challenge.

Endorsements“Our bodies were designed to help us worship God, encounter the wonders of his creation, and serve others. God wants you to enjoy the unique body he has given you! If body-image struggles are making that enjoyment feel impossible, Andrea Lee can help you experience your body with increasing peace and joy.”

—Jenny Solomon, Author; Cofounder, Solomon SoulCare

“An exceptional 31-day devotional. God-focused and full of Scripture, hope, and practical biblical tips. I highly recommend it.”

—Martha Peace, Biblical Counselor; Author

“Andrea gently guides the reader to see that her loving Creator God has designed her well. As a counselor, I will regularly use this book.”

—Kristen Hatton, Licensed Professional Counselor; Author

“This book will bless not only young women but any person who wants the beauty of God to shine brightly in their life. What an outstanding resource for all who want to accurately image the Creator!”

—Amy Baker, ACBC Certified Biblical Counselor; Author, Picture Perfect

“This devotional is both tenderly compassionate and wisely practical. Read this book and buy one for a friend!”

—Ellen Mary Dykas, Director of Equipping for Ministry to Women, Harvest USA; Author

“Andrea shares how God’s Word has met her in her struggles, bringing hope and transformation. You will discover the beauty, value, and purpose that God has lovingly given your embodied soul!”

—Liz Edrington, Author, Finding the Better Story

“Anyone who has struggled with body image, insecurity, and shame knows how complex and particular a struggle it is. Andrea Lee tenderly guides readers to the gospel with compassion, nuance, and biblical wisdom. What a gift to be counseled by this devotional!”

—Ashley Kim, Writer; Student, Columbia University

“This devotional invites any teenage girl who struggles with body-image issues to look upward daily to the loving-kindness of their God and Savior, who speaks truthfully, gently, and compassionately into relentless and crushing thoughts, feelings, and experiences concerning their bodies.”

—Monica Kim, Director of Care and Counseling, Hope Montco Church, Ambler, Pennsylvania

“This resource will refuel and encourage those who seek endurance in the race from a broken body to a redeemed, eternal body. Readers will feast on God’s Word and leave the table feeling satisfied in Christ.”

—Melissa C.

96 pages, Paperback

Published May 7, 2025

About the author

Andrea Lee received her bachelor's and master's degrees from Harvard University.

Lee made her debut in 1981 with a journalistic reflection on life in the Soviet Union, Russian Journal. The book came after a 1978 exchange visit to Moscow State University with her husband when she was 25.

She is a former staff writer for The New Yorker, and her fiction and nonfiction writing has also appeared in The New York Times Magazine and The New York Times Book Review. She lives with her husband and two children in Turin, Italy (2006).

Reviews

[jocelyn davis · Rating 5 out of 5]

Though I am not the demographic for this specific devotional, I do see so many young women that I know struggling with body image. This is a beautifully written, deeply biblical and truly practical reflection on body image. I highly recommend to any young woman, whether this is their current battle or not.

[Dogeared Wanderer · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a great devotional for young women who struggle with body Image, including eating struggles and normal teenage body comparisons. The author takes common thought patterns and brings it to the Bible with encouragement and truth. Each devotional has a prayer and question to answer.

⚠️Assumes that the reader is a Christian. This would make a good discipleship resource for moms with daughters or mentoring a young woman who claims to be a Christian.

[Sarah W. · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great devotional for young girls who are struggling with their relationship with their body or food. The reflections and suggested prayers at the end of each daily meditation were very well thought out and helpful. Would recommend!
Read and reviewed for my church library.

[Taylor Sheffield · Rating 5 out of 5]

Would be an awesome devotional resource in a discipling relationship! Gospel focused, Christ-centered, and biblically rich.