In this episode of God-Sized Dreams, Melissa Batt gets real about why saying yes to God often feels so scary—and how fear, insecurity, and the need for control can quietly keep you from walking in your God-given purpose.
Melissa shares personal stories of how God taught her to overcome fear with faith, from her fear of driving and flying to the moment she stepped out in obedience at church. You’ll learn why true confidence isn’t about perfection or self-reliance, but about trusting God one baby step at a time.
If you’ve ever wrestled with fear, procrastination, or feeling “not enough,” this episode will help you flip the script, build courage through faith, and start walking boldly in purpose.
Key Takeaways-
[00:02] – Welcome & Introduction Melissa opens with her heart on fear and courage, reminding listeners that obedience starts with a single yes.
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[02:45] – Why Saying Yes Feels So Scary Breaking down the fears that hold us back—fear of failure, being misunderstood, and not feeling good enough.
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[05:10] – Facing Fear and Moving Anyway Personal stories of overcoming fear through faith, from driving and flying to obeying God when it didn’t make sense.
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[08:40] – The Power of the Surrendered Yes How small acts of obedience can give others the courage to trust God and take their own steps of faith.
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[10:30] – Fear vs. Faith: The Real Battle Fear gets loud right before breakthrough. God doesn’t need perfection; He wants your obedience and trust.
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[12:40] – Peter Walks on Water How Peter’s courage shows that your yes to God can impact the people watching your life.
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[13:30] – Baby Step Challenge Ask God to reveal one area where fear is holding you back. Write it down, pray over it, and take one small, surrendered step forward.
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Connect with Melissa:
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Website: melissabatt.com
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Instagram: @melissabattofficial
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