Episode 12: Pursuing Joy & Pushing Fear Aside (What's Stopping You From Stepping into Your Calling?)

Welcome to Pursuing Joy! In this episode, I am discussing Purpose vs. Calling and how you can boldly and courageously step into what God is calling you to. I share some of my personal testimony and reflect on moments when I felt God calling me into things and what held me back at those times. I also share how I stepped into what God was calling me to even when I felt fearful, unqualified, stressed out - you name it! Stop waiting for things to look right, for things to happen, etc. for you to step out. Start trusting in the one who is in control. Life will always throw things your way, the enemy will try to distract you and pull you away from your calling - but don't let that stop you!! God has so many things in store for you when you surrender to his will and press into his calling(s) for you! I close in prayer to bless those who are struggling with obedience - I pray clarity, boldness and courage to flow throughout you! God blesses you so you can be a blessing to others!

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Worship Songs for this episode:  (links are through Spotify)

• "⁠Called Me Higher" - All Sons and Daughters
• "Bless Me" - Maverick City Music, Kirk Franklin ( ONE OF MY FAVES!)
• "For All My Life" - TAYA

Bible Plans/Studies (found in the⁠ YouVersion Bible App⁠):

• “⁠Discover Your Purpose & Calling" by Bob Lotich
• "Obedience" - Tony Evans
• "Fear" - American Bible Society