When God calls you to something, do you doubt and question, or do you respond by taking action?
It all comes down to trust.
How do you begin trusting God?
We may not understand all that God is doing, but trusting Him is what gives us courage. This will make taking action a natural response over time.
What is one thing you can do in this season to start trusting God?
Do you ever find yourself getting in the way of your hopes and dreams?
A new relationship was on the horizon, but it ended before having a chance to blossom. The risk of getting your heart broken was too much to bear. A potential job opportunity presented itself, but you didn’t apply. The other applicants were more qualified.
Sometimes, our past experiences shape how we function in the present. Other times, our insecurities and doubts get the best of us. If my past relationship didn’t work out, why would this one? I’ve been rejected by three companies, why would this be any different?
When we let these things get in the way of our goals and plans, we are self-sabotaging.
If we dig deep, we find fear, distrust, and insecurity ingrained into our thinking. This affects our decision-making process. Unfortunately, the results are lost opportunities and blessings.
It’s normal to feel these things–so let’s not beat ourselves up for it–but we can feel certain ways and move through them (I know, not easy).
Pray for courage.
Trust in God’s plan for the situation.
Do it, anyway.
Listen to God’s voice and let Him guide you in all that you do.
Sure, there is a risk of heartbreak, but what if this is the person you are meant to spend your life with? Yes, there might be others more qualified than you, but then again, there might be something about you that stands out against the rest.
You won’t know unless you try. So, get out of your own way. And remember, the outcome doesn’t change who you are.
What are you standing in the way of?
July 4th is a day often celebrated with barbecues, parades, and fireworks. Independence Day is something to celebrate. But this made me think… is there such a thing as too much independence?
I was so excited when I first moved to my very own apartment. I had my own space and didn’t have to answer to anyone. All decisions were mine to make. I was the controller of my life, Miss Independent.
I had an “I can do it myself” attitude, similar to a two-year-old.
This mindset led to massive amounts of pressure on myself. When unable to meet my monumental expectations, I’d melt into a muddy puddle on the floor.
I only have myself to depend on
Being fully independent wasn’t what I’d envisioned. So, I did what any 20 something would do; I went on a relationship hunt. Upon retrieving my prey, I’d quickly realize that others—like myself—couldn’t be depended on 100% of the time.
I now understand that all humans are flawed. We mess up. We let people down. It’s not always on purpose; it just comes with the territory. We are imperfect people.
This would’ve been discouraging if it ended there, but it didn’t.
I’ve heard lots of “Trust God, Have Faith” statements since hanging around the church. But if I can’t entirely depend on myself or others, what makes God trustworthy?
People let you down
His dependability became apparent as I studied His attributes:
He never changes, ever.
He is all-knowing.
He is faithful.
He has the full picture of my life from beginning to end. He sees what no one else can. Besides that, He has personally shown up during the difficult times and uncertainties in my life. He has proven his dependability—not just in my life—but in the lives of those who came before me. It’s scattered throughout His Word.
You can depend on God
I AM an independent woman. I’m still free to make my own choices and decisions. The difference now is I choose to pray for guidance before making them; I choose to do what’s right even if I’m not “feeling” it; I choose to give all outcomes to The One who is dependable.
What prevents you from fully depending on God?
