Have you ever felt a deep sense of calling from God, a nudge in your heart that there's something more you're meant to do? If so, you're not alone.
Many individuals have experienced this divine calling, yet struggled to overcome their own fears and self-doubt to embrace it fully. The path to fulfilling our God-given purpose is often hindered by the weight of fear and self-limiting beliefs.
For years, I felt the call to write. My mind and notebooks brimmed with ideas and thoughts meant to be shared. However, I allowed fear to take hold, doubting myself and making excuses for why I couldn't pursue this calling.
Even after receiving invaluable insights and tools from a friend who was an author, my fears continued to hold me back. It wasn't until 15 years later that I took the courageous step of publishing my first book. Little did I know, that decision would unleash a flood of unexpected opportunities I could never have imagined.
The hindsight of those 15 years leave me with a poignant question: "Where would I be if I had believed in God, myself, and the vision I had been given?"
It's a question that highlights the impact of fear on our journeys. How many lives could have been touched, how much faith could have been shared, if we take the leap sooner?
If you feel a calling from God stirring within you, have faith in yourself and the vision you've been entrusted with. Don't let fear hold you back. Affirm your purpose daily, reminding yourself of your worthiness and potential. Take tangible steps towards making your calling a reality, even if they are small at first. Remember, it's not about having a fearless heart, but about acknowledging fear and moving forward anyway.
Embrace your calling with faith in action and watch as the barriers you once thought were insurmountable crumble, revealing a path paved with purpose and opportunity.
If you would like to learn more about overcoming fear to embrace your calling, check out The Faith Principles: A Christian Guide to the Faith of Your Dreams.