My Church Notes: “I Call It, Like I See It”
Yesterday’s word hit a little different….
For months, I’ve been saying I wanted to step up and serve, but if I’m being completely honest, I’ve been letting fear, pain, and my diagnosis sit in the driver's seat. I convinced myself I was just "waiting for the right capacity" or trying to avoid the trap of “people-pleasing.”But beneath all that logic was a real mental battle and spiritual warfare.
The truth? I was letting my circumstances dictate my commitment. Yesterday, I was missing the distinction between being active and being truly connected and I realized I was living in a season of arrested development.
If you’re reading this and you’ve been feeling stuck, holding back from your purpose because of what people might say or because your body/mind feels heavy: this is your reminder that God doesn't call the qualified, He qualifies the called. Our service doesn't come out of our own strength; it flows from our relationship with Him.
No more excuses. No more letting the enemy use our vulnerabilities to keep us on the sidelines. It’s time to move from compliance to absolute commitment. Who is stepping into their purpose with me? 🙋🏽♀️
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Reflecting on my own spiritual journey, I can deeply relate to the struggle between being active in church activities and genuinely connected to God. It's all too easy to fall into the trap of legalism, where one might appear outwardly faithful by following rules or traditions yet lack true heart transformation. This disconnect often leads to spiritual stagnation, much like the "season of arrested development" described. From personal experience, I’ve noticed that when spiritual growth becomes all about knowledge or performance—such as quoting scripture or fulfilling religious duties without internal change—it results in what some call "spiritual obesity." This means consuming spiritual information but never allowing it to transform our hearts or daily lives. True transformation requires surrendering areas of our lives that compete with God, be it fears, worries, or attachments like those of the rich young ruler who struggled with prioritizing possessions over faith. Experiencing fear and mental battles, especially when facing hardships or health challenges, can make commitment feel daunting. But as Bishop Simeon Moultrie emphasized, God doesn’t call the qualified; He qualifies the called. This reminder pushed me to recognize that waiting for the perfect moment or capacity often masks deeper spiritual warfare and resistance to growth. I realized that moving from surface-level compliance to authentic commitment means embracing vulnerability and trusting God amidst uncertainties. It also means being teachable, open to correction, and willing to let go of anything that hinders a heart fully devoted to Him—whether it’s fear, people-pleasing tendencies, or relying solely on self-strength. In community, it can be tempting to seek connection without commitment, but true spiritual maturity calls us to step out boldly into our purpose, trusting that our relationship with God will empower us to serve meaningfully. For anyone feeling stuck or weighed down, this is an invitation to break free from the sidelines. Embrace transformation over performance, choose connection over mere activity, and let faith overcome fear. The journey is challenging but deeply rewarding when we call things like we see them and commit wholeheartedly.