THE MAIN THEME: ACHIEVING PERSONAL GROWTH 

TITLE: BUILDING HEALTHY BOUNDARIES

The quote for today’s devotional is: "Daring to set boundaries is about having the courage to love ourselves, even when we risk disappointing others." 

— Brené Brown

Devotional 

Elizabeth struggled with saying no. Whether it was staying up late to help a friend with homework, letting people borrow her things without returning them, or allowing friends to pressure her into things she wasn’t comfortable with. She didn’t want to disappoint anyone, so she always said yes.

But after months of feeling exhausted, used, and disrespected, Elizabeth started realizing something: saying yes to everyone else meant saying no to herself. She had no time for her own needs, her schoolwork was suffering, and it felt like people only liked her for what she could do for them.

One night, she listened to a podcast and heard the above quote by Renee Brown. It hit her that she needed to protect herself and not just please others. She started setting boundaries, learning to say no when she needed to, and surrounding herself with friends who respected her limits.

Even Jesus had boundaries. He spoke up when others tried to manipulate Him (Matthew 16:23), and not everyone was in His inner circle (Mark 5:37)

Setting boundaries means:

Saying no to things that harm your peace, values, and well-being; protecting your time and energy; surrounding yourself with people who respect your limits and understanding that you are not responsible for making everyone happy.

Here are a few reflective questions

1.What time did I struggle to set a boundary, and how did it make me feel?

2.What are some areas in my life where I need stronger boundaries?

3.What is one step I can take today to protect my heart and peace?

Let us Pray:

Lord, help me to build healthy boundaries that honor You and protect my heart. Give me the wisdom to know when to say NO in Jesus name, Amen 

Please say these words of affirmation after me. Say them, mean them, own them and live them:

1. I have the right to set boundaries that honor God and protect my peace.
2. Saying no is not selfish—it is wise and necessary.
3. I am worthy of relationships that respect my limits.

Have a beautiful day and see you tomorrow. 

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