For the Strength of Youth
More Than They Appear
For the Strength of Youth September 2026


More Than They Appear

young women

I hate my …

I’m sick of …

I want to lose 10 pounds before the season starts.

two young women

Hey, Lydia!

Are you OK?

two young women

No.

All people talk about is what they look like! Now it’s all I can think about!

Why do I even care if I’m beautiful or not??

young woman talking to another young woman

You are beautiful, but that’s not the most important thing about you.

But. But …

You’re smart, determined, and super good at soccer. I’d rather be around you than someone who can only look pretty.

You love people for who they are, not how they look. As you focus on being a good person rather than good-looking, you learn to see yourself as God does.

young woman

I think everyone needs to hear that.

young women

Hey Mckay! I love how kind you are! Kelsey! I’ll never get sick of your joyful laugh!