Don’t let someone else’s opinion keep you from pursuing your dreams. Know your value. Keep pressing forward. We’ve all heard the sayings, “what other people think of you is not your business,” and “If God has called you to it, He will lead you through it.” It sounds so cliche, but it is so true. You will work hard and be so passionate about something and it will still not work out sometimes. It’s ok. There are always going to be obstacles in your way and people who don’t think you can do it. It’s ok because you can do hard things. The process is part of the journey and the setbacks are part of your story. When you get the wind knocked out of you, you are allowed to take a minute to catch your breath, but you have to keep on pushing. I promise, God promises, it will be worth it. People will disappoint you. You will disappoint you. God will NOT disappoint you. He wants to and will, give us the desires of our heart. This doesn’t mean God will give us everything we want. It means that when we seek Him fully, His desires will become our desires, and therefore, He will give us the desires of our hearts. How cool is that? When we seek Him and allow Him to take the lead, we will not be limited by our emotions and fears, we will be motivated by them. Take a minute, shoot, take five to catch your breath and then keep pushing. You will be glad you did. And when you finally reach that giant sized goal that feels so out of reach right now, tell your story because I guarantee you someone else is going to need to hear it. You are so loved and so important to so many but most importantly to God. He is your number one fan and He has big plans for you!
It’s ok to take a minute. Don’t underestimate God’s timing. You’ve got this, and He’s got you! ~ TDB
Scripture references to think about…
Take delight in the LORD, and he will give you the desires of your heart. Psalm 37:4
And we know that God works all things together for the good of those who love Him, who are called according to His purpose. Romans 8:28
Blessed are those who keep his statutes and seek him with all their heart. Psalm 119:2
For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Jeremiah 29:11