Often times, a bright idea pops in our heads and we look
around like some magical character is going to jump out and show himself as the culprit of that
idea. It's Amazing that we forget the
idea
Well, let me be the first to say that if this was a
multiple choice test, I would choose option 'D' - all of the above.
Most of my life was spent living in fear, with self-doubt, and afraid of
being rejected. Instead
of taking a chance or risks, I'd play it safe and protect my feelings from
getting hurt. Perhaps the
hurt I've endured in my life kept me from trying - so I didn't. For many years I've allowed great opportunities pass me by, simply
because I chose to live cautiously instead of just giving life a chance. How does one break the
barriers that stem from the negative occurrences?
It isn't easy but admittedly, it definitely is
achievable. Until one day, I had an
inkling to do something spontaneous. So,
I decided to test the waters in certain areas in my life and see what results
I’d receive. The results were indeed
amazing but not surprising.
The first attempt at faith was to post my resume to
several online job sites but chose Florida as the location. I
wanted to test the waters and see what happens.
This was the beginning of a wonderful journey to do things in 'faith'
and watch faith work in my life. Although,
I started with one job site, I was confident that I would receive a response
about an opportunity. And did I
ever!
The day after posting my resume online, I received an
email from a company who was interested in
interviewing me for a position in my field of Technology. The job included relocation expenses, a great
salary, benefits and more. Although, I
really wasn't looking for another job, I wanted to take a 'leap of faith' as
everyone says and see how it will work in my life. There were many more opportunities that
followed since I debuted my resume online.
In addition, since that experience, I've been taking a chance in other
areas in my life. Many doors have opened
for me and great opportunities have presented itself in my life thus far. I now realize that I was limiting myself from
the possibilities that life has to offer.
I wanted to share my testimony because I know many of you
have the same mindset. Not realizing
your full potential, living a mediocre life, allowing fear and doubt to decide
for you. Sometimes we analyze things too much.
We are the cause of confusion in our lives. Instead of giving it a Go - we give it a No! Nothing in
life is perfect, but we will not know what doors will open in our lives if we
do not try.
If you're still in doubt and need encouragement to get
you started in living a life with no limits, here are a few principles that helped
me along the way:
Believe - we can't do anything in life unless we
believe. Believe in yourself, in God and
in what
you want.
"All things are possible to him who believes." Mark 9:23 NLT
Pray - The bible says, 'you have not because you ask
not'. Well, there you have it, start
praying
and ask God to open doors in your life. “And so I tell you, keep on
asking, and you will receive what you ask for. Keep on seeking, and you will
find. Keep on knocking, and the door will be opened to you” Luke 11:9 (NLT)
Take Action - Take action and do something. We can't expect to accomplish things in life
if we are not willing to do the work.
God will do his part if you do your part. Start by writing goals and follow through
with them. We are responsible for the
actions we take in our lives. Be a doer!
Have Faith - Do everything in faith. It's amazing what can happen when you do
things in faith. The possibilities are
endless.
"Be on guard. Stand firm in the faith. Be
courageous. Be Strong."
I Corinthians 16:13 NLT
