As you may remember, in week 2, we examine self-talk that supports or connects to our faulty beliefs and unhealthy thinking patterns. As it relates to our spiritual growth, there are any number of negative ways we can engage but I think the one that undermines us the most connects with the message from week one - I must earn the love of God.
When we feel that we must earn love, it is very easy for us to also then struggle to accept that God will answer our prayers. It may even be harder to truly accept that good can come to us, whether we think we deserve it or not.
Have you found yourself pumped and energized in believing for breakthroughs, favor and miracles for others but then feeling real unconvinced when it comes to simple or even big things for yourself?
Do you catch yourself saying…
It probably won’t happen for me.
I don’t deserve it.
I failed God.
That’s too big (too much).
My request isn’t important
Religion will tell you that that’s a lack of faith but I’m here to challenge that it may be less about your “faith” in God and more about how you see God and what He thinks about you.
If any of this resonated with you… I challenge you to go back to the core messages from last week.
Do you really believe that you are fully loved (with no conditions) and completely accepted?
Do you really believe that God is a good Father who has good plans for you?
Do you struggle with the notion that you are disqualified because of some condition, trespass or experience?
The answers to these questions will reveal if your spiritual growth (or lack thereof) is deeper than just not enough faith.
Next week, we dive in on the truth and give you some affirmations that you can adapt into your daily language. #drgiasays #jesusplustherapy #intentionalliving #Christian #faithbasedbloggers #faithbasedcounseling #Christiantherapists