Courage Dear Heart: Following God Through Thoughts And Feelings Of Inadequacy

Hey there, my friend! Welcome back to another blog post with me, Amy, where we journey together in loving Jesus with all that we are. Today, I’m doing a quick deep dive into a topic that hits close to home for many of us: feeling totally inadequate but doing it anyway.

Isn’t it funny how as Christians, we often find ourselves comfortably nestled in our little boat of familiarity? We know the rules, the routines, the do’s and don’ts. But then, there comes a moment when Jesus beckons us to step out onto the waters, just like Peter. And suddenly, the comfort of the boat is replaced by the terrifying realization of our own inadequacy.

It’s like staring into the vast expanse of the unknown, feeling the weight of our own limitations press down on us. We promised God we’d trust Him, every step of the way. Yet, fear creeps in, and we find ourselves trembling in the face of uncertainty.

But here’s the beautiful truth: God sees our stumbling, our faltering steps, and yet He still calls us forward. He doesn’t expect perfection; He simply asks for our willingness to trust Him, even when we feel utterly ill-equipped for the journey.

Recently, as I’ve attempted to embark on this blogging adventure, I’ve found myself wrestling with feelings of inadequacy more than ever. Who am I to do this? Why me? The doubts swirl in my mind, each one a brick in the wall of fear I’ve built around myself.

But then, I’m reminded of Moses standing before the burning bush, stuttering and stumbling over his words. Instead of bolstering Moses’ confidence with words of affirmation, God simply says, “I will be with your mouth.” In that moment, courage takes hold as I realize that God’s presence is greater than my inadequacies. His presence is all I need.

It’s easy to mistake our hesitations for humility, to believe that we’re sparing God the trouble by stepping back and letting others take the lead. But in reality, it’s often pride or disobedience masquerading as humility.

Jesus doesn’t call the equipped; He equips the called. He sees our weaknesses and chooses to work through them, not in spite of them. And if He, the Almighty, sees fit to use broken vessels like us to accomplish His purposes, who are we to argue?

So, whatever it is that’s tugging at your heart, urging you to step out in faith, I encourage you to do it. Embrace the messiness, the imperfection, and trust that God will meet you in the midst of it all. Your strength doesn’t come from having it all together; it comes from surrendering to the One who holds all things together.

As we journey forward, let’s release our grip on perfection and embrace the beauty of our brokenness as it becomes the art piece for God’s love to shine through. For in our weakness, His strength is made perfect, and in our inadequacy, His glory shines brightest.

So here’s to stepping out in faith, to doing it anyway, even when every fiber of our being screams otherwise. Let’s give ourselves wholeheartedly to the journey, trusting that He who calls us is faithful to equip us for every step of the way.

Thanks for reading! Until next time, may you walk in the confidence of knowing that you are loved, cherished, and infinitely valued by the One who created you and won’t ever quit on you (a.k.a Jesus 😉 )