you are made in the image of God
but it is not what you may think
it is not the shape of your body
the symmetry of your face
or the color of your skin

you carry the image of God
deep within you
held safe underneath
the pulse of breath and blood
a sacred connection to the divine

you are a holy creation
cherished and loved
as is every other being
who walks this earth
an essential piece of this colossal puzzle

dig deep and uncover the holiness inside you
hidden under your beautiful imperfections
allow the image of God to rise
and be released into those who have forgotten
the gift that dwells inside them

for we are all made in God’s image