For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.
bible verses about being unique and special
God’s Creation is Unique
Genesis 1:27
“So God created mankind in his own image, in the image of God he created them; male and female he created them.”
Psalms 139:14
“I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well.”
Isaiah 43:4
“Since you are precious and honored in my sight, and because I love you, I will give people in exchange for you, nations in exchange for your life.”
Jeremiah 1:5
“Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart; I appointed you as a prophet to the nations.”
Ephesians 2:10
“For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.”
1 Peter 2:9
“But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s special possession, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light.”
Psalms 119:73
“Your hands made me and formed me; give me understanding to learn your commands.”
Colossians 3:10
“And have put on the new self, which is being renewed in knowledge in the image of its Creator.”
Romans 12:4-5
“For just as each of us has one body with many members, and these members do not all have the same function, so in Christ we, though many, form one body, and each member belongs to all the others.”
Job 10:8-9
“Your hands shaped and made me. Will you now turn and destroy me? Remember that you molded me like clay. Will you now turn me to dust again?”
Valued by God
Matthew 10:31
“So don’t be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows.”
Luke 12:7
“Indeed, the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Don’t be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows.”
Isaiah 49:16
“See, I have engraved you on the palms of my hands; your walls are ever before me.”
Philippians 1:6
“Being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.”
1 Corinthians 6:19-20
“Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your bodies.”
Ephesians 1:4
“For he chose us in him before the creation of the world to be holy and blameless in his sight. In love.”
Romans 8:37
“No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us.”
John 15:16
“You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you so that you might go and bear fruit—fruit that will last—so that whatever you ask in my name the Father will give you.”
Psalm 8:5
“You have made them a little lower than the angels and crowned them with glory and honor.”
Revelation 21:27
“Nothing impure will ever enter it, nor will anyone who does what is shameful or deceitful, but only those whose names are written in the Lamb’s book of life.”
Embracing Our Uniqueness
1 Corinthians 12:4-6
“There are different kinds of gifts, but the same Spirit distributes them. There are different kinds of service, but the same Lord. There are different kinds of working, but in all of them and in everyone it is the same God at work.”
Romans 12:6
“We have different gifts, according to the grace given to each of us. If your gift is prophesying, then prophesy in accordance with your faith.”
1 Thessalonians 5:15
“Make sure that nobody pays back wrong for wrong, but always strive to do what is good for each other and for everyone else.”
Psalms 139:15
“My frame was not hidden from you when I was made in the secret place, when I was woven together in the depths of the earth.”
Romans 14:19
“Let us therefore make every effort to do what leads to peace and to mutual edification.”
Ephesians 4:7
“But to each one of us grace has been given as Christ apportioned it.”
1 Peter 4:10
“Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.”
Galatians 6:4
“Each one should test their own actions. Then they can take pride in themselves alone, without comparing themselves to someone else.”
Philippians 2:3
“Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves.”
2 Timothy 1:9
“He has saved us and called us to a holy life—not because of anything we have done but because of his own purpose and grace. This grace was given us in Christ Jesus before the beginning of time.”
God’s Plan for Us
Jeremiah 29:11
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
Proverbs 19:21
“Many are the plans in a person’s heart, but it is the Lord’s purpose that prevails.”
Psalms 37:23-24
“The Lord makes firm the steps of the one who delights in him; though he may stumble, he will not fall, for the Lord upholds him with his hand.”
Isaiah 55:8-9
“For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways,” declares the Lord. “As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts.”
Romans 8:28
“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”
Psalms 32:8
“I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my loving eye on you.”
Psalms 138:8
“The Lord will fulfill his purpose for me; your love, O Lord, endures forever—do not abandon the works of your hands.”
Proverbs 16:9
“In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps.”
Hebrews 11:1
“Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see.”
Matthew 6:33
“But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.”
Living Special Lives
Matthew 5:14
“You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden.”
Psalms 37:4
“Take delight in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart.”
Philippians 4:13
“I can do all this through him who gives me strength.”
Matthew 11:30
“For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.”
Colossians 3:23
“Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters.”
1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
“Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.”
Isaiah 40:31
“But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.”
Hebrews 12:1-2
“Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith.”
James 1:17
“Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.”
2 Corinthians 5:17
“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!”
Encouragement to Stand Out
Matthew 5:16
“In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.”
1 Peter 3:15
“But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect.”
Philippians 1:27
“Whatever happens, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I come and see you or only hear about you in my absence, I will know that you stand firm in the one Spirit, striving together as one for the faith of the gospel.”
2 Timothy 4:7
“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.”
Romans 12:2
“Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.”
Proverbs 27:17
“As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.”
1 Thessalonians 4:11-12
“Make it your ambition to lead a quiet life: You should mind your own business and work with your hands, just as we told you, so that your daily life may win the respect of outsiders and so that you will not be dependent on anybody.”
Colossians 2:6-7
“So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live your lives in him, rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness.”
Psalm 46:1
“God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.”
John 8:12
“When Jesus spoke again to the people, he said, ‘I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.’
Final Thoughts
We are all wonderfully made and unique in our own special way. God has a plan for each of us that we can trust and follow. Embracing who we are helps us shine our light in the world.
Let’s celebrate our individuality and how God has created us. Whether we feel different or just like everyone else, we are all precious in His sight. Our uniqueness is part of His marvelous plan.
I encourage all of us to take these words to heart, remembering that we are special and loved. For more inspiration on how to live out our uniqueness, feel free to check out other topics that speak to our hearts.