There is power in beauty. It is everywhere around us. In the movies, the main character finally lets her hair down and throws on a pair of heels and suddenly becomes ”beautiful”. But to me that has always been extremely surface level.
Ever since my mom first let me hold a makeup brush appearances have always been one of my top priorities. And before I even knew it, something that used to be just for fun turned into something I needed. When I looked in the mirror first thing in the morning I saw someone I didn’t like. So I spent hours painting my face, picking out the perfect outfit, and brushing my thick red curly hair to look just right. Yet even when I was done I still picked at the things I didn’t like and felt like I would never look like what I wanted to look like.
The first time I saw a women with a buzzed head I was amazed. When I looked at her I saw strength, confidence, and a kind of beauty I had never seen before. And I wanted that. So I told the people I was ”closest” to and immediately faced rejection before even doing it so I kept following what was deeme ”beautiful.” I bought as much makeup as I could afford, begged my mom for the nicest clothes, and grew my long red hair until it coverd every insecurity I had.
Since coming on the race the Lord has taught me so much. He has shown me that I am HIS masterpiece. He has shown me that I don’t have to hide who I am or how he is working in my life. He has shown me that all my strength comes from my burning desire to chase after HIM. But most of all he has shown me that all my beauty comes from having Jesus in my heart and that is something I shouldn’t hide.
So on Thursday I said enough. I chose to seek a high perspective of beauty. I decided I needed to drop something I have hidden behind for years. And I decided that I am beautiful for what is on the inside. So after my squad prayed over me, I cut and shaved my head. There was laughter. There were tears. But out of all, there were chains hitting the floor. So as I sit here, tears in my eyes, I can finally look in the mirror and say that I am beautiful.
SO PROUD. I LOVE YOU TO THE MOON AND BACK.
Now that I know your heart behind it, I understand and admire you. Thank you for sharing! I imagine it would be pretty easy to hide “yourself” under all that beautiful hair!
You are such a pure hearted servant of the Lord. You are obedient to His calling on your life and the enemy has no hold on you. I love seeing your beauty shine beyond looks and truly show His character. I love you to the moon
Hannah, I am so happy that you are realizing that your inner beauty is where Christ resides and flows out of and shines onto others’ lives. I think what I’ve always liked best about you is your light heartedness and ability to easily laugh and not take yourself too seriously. So what I really want to say is “Hairs to you!!” Way to go girl! Love you, Tia Maria
You have strength and beauty inside and out. You are beautifully and wonderfully made, you are precious and are God’s masterpiece. One’s heart is where one’s beauty really shines from. Hannah you are beautiful inside and out. You have no idea how many hearts you have touched or how many people you have inspired. I love reading all the wonderful blessings you’ve encountered on your mission. I’m always learning something new from your blogs, as well as inspiration and encouragement. Thank you for sharing your thoughts, your love for Jesus, and all the blessings you and your team have been to everyone you have encountered. Love the way you described the true meaning of beauty.
Congratulations for knowing your beauty comes from God’s love.
A bold and brave statement for all to see your love of God.
Finding your true beauty and confidence is a lovely place to be. Congratulations! It looks great!
Hannah you are beautiful! There is nothing for you to hide. I am proud of your courage and boldness to step out and let go of what the world calls self image. You are so much more than that. People may look at the outward appearance but the Lord looks at your heart. Keep pursuing the Lord and He will continue to tell you how beautiful you are, daughter of the King.
I am proud of your willingness to confront the places in you that you have kept hidden. You are worth seeing and knowing. Every single piece of you has value and beauty. Love you lady!
I am beyond proud of you and can’t believe how far you have come. You are in inspiration to our team and I am so happy I can now call you one of my sisters. You rock, I can’t wait to watch you grow into the woman God is calling you to be!