Finding Our Worth: A Reflection on "You Say"
Finding Our Worth: A Reflection on "You Say"
Hey friends,
Have you ever felt like you couldn’t find your own voice, like you’ve forgotten who you are? Maybe the words that others have spoken over you have left you feeling invisible, small, or unworthy. Or maybe the words you say to yourself are heavy, full of doubt and fear. "You Say" by Lauren Daigle is a song that speaks to the truth of our worth, even when we can’t see it. It reminds us that even when we feel lost, our value is not tied to what we think of ourselves or what others say about us—it’s tied to something deeper, something unshakable.
Let’s walk through this song together, whether you’re someone who leans on your faith or someone who is still trying to figure out where you belong. Words matter—the words left unspoken and the words we hold close. This is about finding hope in the truth that your voice, your worth, and your identity are still there, even when it feels like they’ve been buried.
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Breaking Down the Lyrics: Finding Your Voice Again
Verse 1:
"I keep fighting voices in my mind that say I'm not enough
Every single lie that tells me I will never measure up."
This verse speaks to the internal battle that so many of us face—the constant voices of doubt, fear, and insecurity. Whether it’s from the world around us or the lies we tell ourselves, it can feel impossible to silence those thoughts. For those of faith, this verse reminds us that we are more than the lies we hear in our heads. In God’s eyes, we are enough, just as we are.
But even if you don’t follow a spiritual path, there’s something deeply human about this struggle. It’s okay to acknowledge that those voices exist, but it’s also important to challenge them. You are enough, even if you can’t see it right now.
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Chorus:
"You say I am loved when I can't feel a thing
You say I am strong when I think I am weak
You say I am held when I am falling short
And when I don't belong, You say I am Yours."
This chorus is a powerful reminder of the truth we often forget—that our worth is not based on how we feel in any given moment. For Christians, this is a reminder that God’s love for us doesn’t waver, even when we feel unworthy. He sees us as strong and loved, even when we see ourselves as broken or weak. His words matter—He says we are His, and that’s the truth we can hold onto.
For those who may not be connected to faith, this chorus still carries a message of resilience and value. Even when we don’t feel like we belong or when we feel like we’re falling short, there is still worth in who we are. Sometimes, the journey is about learning to say these words to ourselves: “I am loved, I am strong, I belong.” Even if you can’t feel it, speaking those words out loud can start to change the way you see yourself.
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Verse 2:
"The only thing that matters now is everything You think of me
In You, I find my worth, in You, I find my identity."
For those who believe, this verse is a call to remember that our identity is rooted in God’s love, not in the opinions of others or even our own doubts. When everything else falls away, what remains is that God sees us, knows us, and calls us worthy.
If you don’t follow a faith, think of this as a reminder that your identity and worth are not defined by external things—they are found within you. You have value simply because you exist, not because of what you’ve been through or what others say about you.
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Bridge:
"Taking all I have, and now I'm laying it at Your feet
You have every failure, God, You have every victory."
For Christians, this is a moment of surrender—of giving everything, including our failures and struggles, to God. It’s a reminder that He sees every part of us, even the parts we’re ashamed of, and still calls us His. You are not defined by your failures. You are loved through them, and God holds both your struggles and your victories.
For those who may not believe, this can still be a moment of release. Sometimes, we carry the weight of our failures, holding onto them like they define us. But what if you let them go? What if you allowed yourself the grace to believe that you are more than your mistakes? You can find victory in the fact that you are still here, still trying, and still worthy.
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Words Left Unspoken, Words That Matter
The power of "You Say" is in its simplicity—it speaks the words we need to hear, especially when we can’t speak them to ourselves. It’s easy to lose sight of our worth, but this song is a reminder that our value is unshakable. Whether you find comfort in knowing that God says you are loved, or whether you’re learning to say it to yourself for the first time, the message is the same: You matter.
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Reflecting on Your Own Voice
Before we end, take a moment to reflect on these questions:
What voices are you listening to? Are they telling you the truth about your worth, or are they tearing you down?
What would it mean to believe that you are enough, just as you are? How would your life change if you truly believed those words?
Can you speak kindness over yourself, even if it’s hard to believe? What would you say to a friend who is struggling? Can you say those same words to yourself?
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A Gentle Reminder for Every Survivor:
Whether you believe in God or not, your voice matters, and your worth is not up for debate. You are loved, you are strong, and you are worthy of belonging. When the voices of doubt get loud, remember that the truth of your identity isn’t tied to how you feel—it’s tied to the reality that you are still here, still standing, still worthy.
So today, I encourage you to take a deep breath, and let those words sink in:
“I am loved, I am strong, I belong.” You are enough.
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With love and hope,
Kathe'rine, Founder of Sparrows of Hope