23 Uplifting Biblical Affirmations Celebrating Black Women’s Hair + Free Download

women putting flowers in a black woman's curly hair — 23 Uplifting Biblical Affirmations Celebrating Black Women’s Hair + Free Download

In a society where beauty standards often lean towards Eurocentric ideals, it's crucial that we recognize and celebrate the inherent beauty and uniqueness of Black women's hair. Natural hair, in all its diverse textures, glorifies God’s creativity, who made mankind in His image and called us very good (Genesis 1:37).

Many Black women continue to face societal pressures and misconceptions about their hair, and that’s why I wrote this blog post to counter those negative narratives by offering 23 uplifting biblical affirmations that celebrate the divine beauty of Black women's hair.

Who better to turn to in reclaiming our sense of worth than God, the one who carefully fashioned our hair in our mother’s womb? (Psalms 139:13)

The Bible is filled with powerful scriptures that reflect and emphasize God's love, creativity, and purpose for each individual. These scriptures can serve as a source of strength, encouragement, and confidence, reminding us that

our natural hair is a reflection of God's incredible artistry. By choosing to love and embrace our curly hair, we not only honor ourselves but also God, the Designer.

So, whether you’re transitioning to natural hair, proudly wearing your curls, or seeking to love your God-gifted hair more, these affirmations serve to empower you to rock your curly hair unashamedly and joyfully. They reinforce the message that black hair is beautiful, unique, and worthy of celebration. Plus, enjoy a free downloadable copy to keep these affirmations close at hand to inspire and uplift you daily. Without further ado, let’s celebrate our gorgeous hair!

*“It’s not our hair we boast in, but in God who made us beautiful” - Ashaki*

23 Uplifting Biblical Affirmations Celebrating Black Women’s Hair + Free Copy

1. I am in awe of how God made my hair.

"I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well." - Psalms 139:14

2. God chose to express His creativity through my hair.

"Yet you, Lord, are our Father. We are the clay, you are the potter; we are all the work of your hand." - Isaiah 64:8

Workbook display of 23 Inspiring Biblical Affirmations celebrating Black Women’s Hair — Grab your **FREE** copy of 23 Inspiring Biblical Affirmations celebrating Black Women’s Hair.

3. I refuse to permanently relax my hair. My hair is beautiful just the way it is.

"I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well." - Psalms 139:14

4. God designed my hair with love, care, beauty, and purpose.

"For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb." - Psalm 139:13

5. My curly hair embodies God’s love and creativity.

"God saw all that he had made, and it was very good." - Genesis 1:31

6. My hair is a radiant crown gifted by God.

"Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows." James 1:17

7. My hair is an integral part of my African identity, which I gladly embrace.

“The sons of Ham: Cush, Egypt, Put and Canaan.”- Genesis 10:6

23 Inspiring Biblical Affirmations celebrating Black Women’s Hair

8. The Queen of Sheba had my African Hair.

“The sons of Cush: Seba, Havilah, Sabtah, Raamah and Sabteka. The sons of Raamah: Sheba and Dedan.”- Genesis 10:7

9. My curly hair reflects the hair of Rahab, Tamar, Ruth, and Bathsheba— four African women who are a part of the lineage of Christ.

“Judah the father of Perez and Zerah, whose mother was Tamar, Perez the father of Hezron, Hezron the father of Ram,”
“Salmon the father of Boaz, whose mother was Rahab, Boaz the father of Obed, whose mother was Ruth, Obed the father of Jesse,”
“and Jesse the father of King David. David was the father of Solomon, whose mother had been Uriah’s wife,” - Matthew 1:3-6

10. I embrace the unique texture and flow of my hair.

"I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well." - Psalms 139:14

11. Wearing my God-blessed natural hair is an expression of worship to my Heavenly Designer.

"For in him all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things have been created through him and for him." Colossians 1:16

Grab your **FREE** copy of 23 Inspiring Biblical Affirmations celebrating Black Women’s Hair.

12. I love and care for my hair with gratitude and delight.

“Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” - 1 Thessalonians 5:18

13. I give my natural hair the love and attention it deserves, and it makes me shine among the crowd.

“Like a lily among thorns is my darling among the young women." - Songs of Solomon 2:2

14. I‘m crazy in love with this stunning hair that God gave me.

“For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well.” - Psalm 139:13-14

15. My natural hair makes me naturally beautiful.

"How beautiful you are, my darling! Oh, how beautiful! Your eyes behind your veil are doves. Your hair is like a flock of goats descending from the hills of Gilead." - Solomon 4:1

16. I celebrate the beauty of my God-given hair every day.

“And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him." - Colossians 3:17

17. I wear my hair with confidence, joy, and gratitude.

“And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him." - Colossians 3:17

18. I honor my hair as a gift from God.

"Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows." James 1:17

19. I flaunt my fro with joy and thanksgiving, embracing the beauty God has given me.

"You are altogether beautiful, my darling; there is no flaw in you." - Song of Solomon 4:7

20. My hair is beautiful and good because God tells me so.

"God saw all that he had made, and it was very good." - Genesis 1:31

21. When I honor my hair, I’m honoring God.

"So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God." - 1 Corinthians 10:31

"That person is like a tree planted by streams of water, which yields its fruit in season and whose leaf does not wither—whatever they do prospers." - Psalms 1:3

23. There is no other hair I would rather rock than mine.

"I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well." - Psalms 139:14
"God saw all that he had made, and it was very good." - Genesis 1:31