Looking Beyond Your “self” to God’s “Self”
Many times, we hesitate to take that first step into the calling God has placed on our lives.
We question ourselves: How will I do it? Am I capable of this great task? Whether it’s preaching, teaching, leading a ministry, guiding a church, directing a choir, writing a book, or any task the Lord has entrusted to us, fear and self-doubt often hold us back. We focus on our limitations, our inadequacies, and our weaknesses.
But we need to shift our perspective.
It’s not about me; it’s about the Lord.
Self Centered Thoughts vs God Centered Thoughts
When we center our thoughts on ourselves, we lose sight of the One who called us.
The truth is, God equips those He calls. He doesn’t rely on our perfection but on His power working through us.
When God called Moses to lead His people out of Egypt, Moses was quick to offer excuses. He said, “I can’t speak well. I have stammering lips” (Exodus 4:10). He focused on his own limitations, his self. But God redirected Moses’ attention to His divine power, saying,
“Who has made man’s mouth? Or who makes the mute, the deaf, the seeing, or the blind? Have not I, the Lord? Now therefore, go, and I will be with your mouth and teach you what you shall say” (Exodus 4:11-12).
When Moses spoke about his own self, God reminded him of His Self—the Creator who is sovereign over all.
What is holding you back from stepping into the call God has given you? Is it fear, doubt, or a focus on your own limitations? The first step is to take our eyes off our self-centeredness and fix them on the greatness of God. When we recognize how mighty and faithful He is, our faith grows, and we find the courage to move forward.
God doesn’t call the qualified; He qualifies the called. Pastor Mark Driscoll
This truth reminds us that God’s calling comes with His provision.
I want to encourage you to step boldly into that calling (that “little” or “big” assignment God has given you).
Trust in God’s Strength and Take that Leap of Faith
Don’t look at yourself—your flaws, your fears, or your perceived inadequacies. Instead, look to God, who is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all we ask or think (Ephesians 3:20). Trust in His strength, not your own. As the Apostle Paul declared, “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me” (Philippians 4:13). When we rely on Christ, no task is too great, no calling too daunting.
What’s that one step God is asking you to take today?
Take that step today. Yes, do it today. Shift your focus from self to the Savior. Trust that the One who called you will equip you, guide you, and strengthen you to accomplish His purpose and calling for you. When we see the greatness of God and surrender our fears, we can walk confidently in the path He has set before us.
