The Art of Second Guessing
It's amazing how often we second guess the plans that have been laid out before us and question the purpose that we are called to fulfill. I must admit, I have been guilty of doing this the past few months. You see, in January of this year God revealed to me that it was time to put my previous business ventures on hold so that I can pour my focus and energies into bringing people closer to Him. That is how New Mindset New Outcome was birthed. Over the past few years, I felt the urge to "spread the good news" but lacked the confidence to do so. I questioned how would I be perceived and whether I knew enough about the bible to stand firm in defending it. But in January I was given the "spiritual green light" to walk in my authority and experienced a sense of calmness, reassurance and boldness!
However, over the past several weeks my boldness started diminishing. I began questioning if the website focused too much on God? Will people be offended or turned off? Could I or would I reach the masses? All of these doubts began sprouting up in my mind and I analyzed if this is what I should be doing? I literally, shrieked at the idea of mentioning God and Jesus in my videos or posts because I didn't want to offend people or cause them not to take interest in my materials. As a result, I began to feel so convicted, ashamed and unworthy. How could I consider removing God's influence from my business when He was the one who deposited the desire in the first place? He increased my yearning to read and meditate more on His word. He surrounded me with awesome people that helped design the logo, develop the website, coach me on how to be bold and most importantly- spoke life into my vision.
Two friends recently reminded me that "everything isn't for everybody" and that I can't focus on who doesn't like it but instead think about the people who NEED it! The individuals that just need a positive word to get them through the week. Those whose faith has been wavering and would like a scripture for strength. Or people who are visual learners and need to see a positive affirmation that can be saved to their phone or desktop for future reference? That's reason enough to stay the course!
Through this process I have truly learned that God is not the author of confusion! Anytime we begin to experience doubt, unworthiness and our inner peace is disturbed, know that it isn't of God. Also know that when God gives us a mission and purpose to fulfill, He has already equipped us with the necessary tools. Don't master the art of second guessing....