Stop sitting and start standing Tall in Faith!

💫If God has been calling you to write, serve, build, speak, forgive, or take the next step in faith, “Stop Sitting and Stand” is the encouragement you’ve been waiting for.

📙“Stop Sitting and Stand: When Faith Demands Movement, Not Comfort” by Phyllis Calderon reminds us that obedience often begins with one courageous step.

If you’ve been waiting for confirmation, this may be it.

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... Read moreHaving read "Stop Sitting and Stand: When Faith Demands Movement, Not Comfort," I realized just how crucial it is to respond to our spiritual calls with action instead of hesitation. The author, Phyllis Calderon, beautifully portrays how faith often requires more than passive belief—it demands a willingness to stand up and move forward despite uncertainty. In my own experience, waiting for the perfect moment often held me back from pursuing meaningful projects and service opportunities. This book reminded me that faith is not meant to stay seated or comfortable; rather, it's about stepping out and trusting the process. Calderon's message helped me see that obedience often starts with that first courageous step, even if it feels uncomfortable. The phrase from the book, "faith was never meant to stay seated," resonated deeply. It motivated me to accept God’s calling to write and share my story, knowing that movement in faith leads to growth. For anyone feeling stuck or hesitant, this book serves as an encouraging beacon—urging believers to embrace discomfort as part of the journey. Moreover, "Stop Sitting and Stand" offers practical encouragement to writers, speakers, and anyone feeling called to serve or forgive. It's a timely reminder that spiritual growth is often tied to bold decisions, and waiting for perfect clarity should never prevent us from acting in faith. If you’ve been searching for confirmation to move forward in your faith walk, this book might be exactly what you need. I highly recommend pre-ordering it from Barnes & Noble or visiting stopsittingandstand.com to learn more. Taking that step toward faith-filled action can truly transform your life.

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