"But by the grace of God I am what I am, and his grace toward me was not in vain." - 1 Corinthians 15:10 You live out what you believe about yourself, whether it’s true or not. If you believe you’re not good enough, not smart enough, or not worthy, you’ll live that way; hesitant, unsure, and afraid to step into the purpose God has for you. But those beliefs are often based on lies, expectations, o...  Read More

"For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control." - 2 Timothy 1:7 Have you ever held back from stepping into something because of fear? Maybe you were afraid of failing, disappointing others, or not living up to expectations. Instead of taking the chance, you played it safe. You recommended someone else, procrastinated, or talked yourself out of it. Not because you did...  Read More

"There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear. For fear has to do with punishment, and whoever fears has not been perfected in love." - 1 John 4:18 What happens when you feel fake, like you don’t belong, and you’re not sure you’re going to make it? Fear creeps in, whispering that you’re not enough, and you find yourself living in constant worry of being exposed. For many, this fear le...  Read More

"For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them." - Ephesians 2:10 When you have a low view of yourself, it’s hard not to let it shape how you see God. It creates a small view of Him, one where you doubt His ability to work through you or believe He’s made a mistake in giving you significance, success, or leadership. I...  Read More

"For what does it profit a man to gain the whole world and forfeit his soul?" - Mark 8:36 Have you ever set your sights on something, thinking, Once I have that, I’ll feel complete? Maybe it’s a promotion, an achievement, a relationship, or some other accolade. You tell yourself, “When I get there, I’ll finally feel satisfied.” But then, you get it. And instead of feeling fulfilled, you’re left wo...  Read More

"Am I now seeking the approval of man, or of God? Or am I trying to please man? If I were still trying to please man, I would not be a servant of Christ." - Galatians 1:10 Have you ever stopped to ask yourself, what am I still trying to prove? Are you walking through life wearing a mask, driven by the need to prove your worth to someone? Maybe your family, your friends, your boss, or even yourself...  Read More