His Masterpiece

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Never doubt your special and unique place in this world. You are the only you. You are irreplaceable. You are valuable. You are not a mistake.

You are deeply loved by the living God and Creator.

"For we are God's masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things He planned for us long ago. -Ephesians 2:10

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