About this episode

Shanda Fulbright explores the biblical perspective on self-love and its implications for Christians.

Is self-love biblical? After discovering a surprising verse in Proverbs 19:8, Shanda takes a deep dive into what Scripture really says about loving yourself. In a culture that constantly tells us to prioritize self-love, self-care, and self-acceptance, Christians must ask whether these messages align with God's Word. In this episode, Shanda explores the difference between cultural self-love and biblical wisdom, examines passages often used to support self-love, discusses how theologians have understood the concept throughout church history, and explains why Scripture consistently points us toward loving God first. You'll also hear a special Father's Day reflection as Shanda shares personal stories about her dad and the vital role fathers play in the lives of their children. If you've ever wondered whether self-love belongs in the Christian life—or if there's a better biblical framework for thinking about identity, purpose, and love—this episode is for you. Resources mentioned: Bible Interpretation Workshop: hello@shandafulbright.com Worldview Course for 7th-9th graders Walking Challenge Find Shanda www.shandafulbright.com Instagram & Facebook: @shandafulbright Email…

People in this episode

Host: Shanda Fulbright

Topics covered

• self-love
• biblical wisdom
• Christian identity
• father's role
• cultural self-love
• scripture interpretation

Keywords

• self-love
• Christianity
• scripture
• identity
• father's day
• theology
• cultural messages

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Proverbs 19:8

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