Hello, friends! Welcome back to Talk Fabulous!
The other day my wonderful husband got a unique opportunity. He was asked to speak on the radio about his cheesecake business and how the idea for it came to fruition.
I was instantly excited for him, but he was reluctant. When I asked him the reason for his hesitation, he simply said he didn’t feel qualified. To which I replied, “That’s okay!”
God doesn’t call the equipped, He equips the called.
Needless to say, my husband agreed to the radio interview, and I know he’ll do amazing!
This got me thinking about others God had called who weren’t “ready.” The first person who came to mind was Saint Peter.
When Jesus met Peter, his name was Simon, and he was a simple fisherman. I’m sure he hadn’t been dreaming about one day starting a new church where he would be its first leader. Nope, he was probably just focused on how to catch more fish to feed his family.
Nevertheless, Jesus chose to call him. He knew Simon wasn’t ready yet, but he could see his heart. He knew Peter would work hard, ask the right questions, and, with guidance, become the person he needed to be. Most importantly, Jesus would be there to help him along the way—because he certainly did need some help.
We aren’t so different from Peter. God calls us to show up and act in ways that we don’t feel qualified to do. What a comfort it is to know that God is with you and will equip you to do whatever he’s calling you to do. He knows your heart and is calling you for a reason.
Will you answer his call?
Questions for journaling
- What opportunity or responsibility has been presented to me recently (or in the past) that made me feel like I wasn’t “ready” or “qualified”?
- What excuses (e.g., I need more training, I’m too old, I’m an imposter) do I use to avoid saying yes to a specific calling or task?
- What is one small act of courage I can commit to this week that moves me closer to answering the call? (e.g., sending an email, attending a meeting, practicing a skill).
- How would my life and my faith be different a year from now if I said “Yes” to the thing that makes me feel the most unqualified?
Peace,
MissyAnn 💜
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