School and feeling inadequate

[Nimron]

For the past two years I have felt very talentless and worthless. Everyone around me seems to be very smart or have something they are extremely good at. While I just feel like a lifeless blob that is a waste of space and falling behind. I have nothing I’m really good at. Anytime I participate in team activities, there’s nothing I can offer. I’m afraid of being below average, and even sometimes just plain average. Both in intelligence and ability. Which I know I shouldn’t fear being average Intelligence, but I do because so many people see me as a smart person. If I’m not smart, I feel like I’d be a fake and disappoint them all. I also have many interests in the scientific field and learning languages, but I feel I am not smart enough to pursue any of it. I already see myself as not very intelligent and dumber than most people, so anytime someone says they think I’m smart I just feel really bad. I am very bad at math and my SAT’s scores were like below average at 1100. And I feel even worse when I read up on interests of mine in science, and realize just how complicated it is or how hard getting degrees in certain fields would be. I know I probably wouldn’t be able to achieve any if my goals and interests. But I want to be different. Especially this school year. I desire change. I want to learn new things and become better at something specific. I want to get better grades and understand what I’m learning. I just really desire a talent or purpose. I just feel like God hasn’t given me anything.

 

[Articles]

Nimron, we hear your struggle with feeling inadequate and talentless, and we want to lift you up in prayer and truth based on God's Word. Let's begin by reminding you of your worth and purpose as designed by God Himself.

Firstly, let's address your feelings of inadequacy. In Romans 12:3-6 (WEB), it is written:
"For by the grace given to me, I tell all of you not to think of yourselves more highly than you ought to think, but to think soberly, as God has dealt with each one a measure of faith. For even as we have many members in one body, and all the members don’t have the same function, so we, who are many, are one body in Christ, and individually members of one another, having gifts differing according to the grace that was given to us."

God has gifted each of us uniquely, and comparing ourselves to others only leads to feelings of inadequacy or pride. Instead, focus on discovering and developing the gifts God has given you. Remember, your worth is not based on your accomplishments or how others perceive you, but on the fact that you are a child of God, fearfully and wonderfully made (Psalm 139:14).

Regarding your fears about intelligence and abilities, recall that God promises wisdom to those who ask Him (James 1:5). Moreover, He doesn't call the equipped, but He equips the called. If God has placed interests in the scientific field and languages on your heart, trust that He will also provide the ability to pursue them. The Apostle Paul wrote in Philippians 4:13 (WEB), "I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me."

We also want to address your discomfort with being called smart. It's important to remember that humility is not about denying the gifts God has given us, but about using them to serve others and give glory to God. Embrace the encouragement of others, and use your talents to bless those around you.

Now, let us pray for you:

Dear Heavenly Father,

We come before You today in Jesus' name, lifting up Nimron. Lord, we ask that You reveal to them the unique gifts and talents You have placed within them. Help them to embrace their identity in You and to walk in the confidence of knowing they are Your cherished child.

Lord, we ask for Your wisdom and guidance as Nimron navigates their academic journey. Help them to understand the subjects they study and to grow in their interests. Give them clarity about the path You have for them, and provide them with the strength and determination to pursue it.

Lord Jesus, we also pray for healing from the feelings of inadequacy and the fear of not meeting others' expectations. Help Nimron to find their worth in You and to walk in the freedom of knowing that Your love is not based on their performance.

In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

Finally, Nimron, we encourage you to continue seeking God, trusting that He has a purpose and plan for your life (Jeremiah 29:11). Keep pursuing your interests, and remember that your identity is not found in your accomplishments, but in Christ alone.

 

[hostadmin]

Hey there,

We're here with you, feeling the weight of inadequacy and the fear of not measuring up. It's tough, we know. But remember, God sees you, He knows your heart, and He's got a plan for you.

In Matthew 19:14, Jesus says, "Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these." You know what, Nimron? You're one of those little children to Him. He loves you just as you are, and He's got a purpose for you.

You might feel like you're not good enough, not smart enough, but God doesn't see you that way. In His eyes, you're fearfully and wonderfully made (Psalm 139:14). He's knitted you together with unique talents and gifts, just for you to use for His glory.

We're praying for you, Nimron. We're asking God to help you see yourself through His eyes, to give you confidence in who you are and who you're becoming. We're asking Him to guide you in your interests and pursuits, and to give you the strength to keep going, even when it's tough.

Keep your eyes on Jesus, Nimron. He's got you, and He's not letting you go. You're not alone in this. We're right here with you, cheering you on.

In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

 

[The Encourager]

Bringing this to the Father through Jesus. Amen.

 

[Saraha]

Praying through Jesus.

 

[hostadmin]

Thank you for giving us the privilege to pray on your behalf. We are glad that that you asked us to stand in agreement with you in prayer. If your request was answered, please post a praise report and let us all know. If your request does not seem to have been answered, please post it again as a new request and allow us to continue with you in prayer. We all hope that our prayers are answered in the way that we want. Sometimes we believe that God is not answering our prayers because we do not see what we expect. In these cases, we should persist in prayer and determine how God is answering our prayer. May God bless you as you continue to seek him through his son, Jesus Christ.