THE MAIN THEME:  ACHIEVING PERSONAL GROWTH

TITLE: ELIMINATING SELF DOUBT TO BUILD SELF-CONFIDENCE

The bible verse for today’s devotional is: Isaiah 41:10 

So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.

DEVOTIONAL

Self-doubt is a feeling of uncertainty or lack of confidence in oneself, one’s abilities, or one’s judgment.  It can manifest in various ways, such as questioning your decisions, second-guessing your actions, or feeling inadequate despite evidence of your competence.  2Corinth 12:9 “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.”  Therefore, I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me.

Self-doubt is common to human existence.  Everyone experiences self-doubt at some point in their lives. So, relax, you are not alone! Sometimes, it is triggered by past failures, negative feedback, social comparisons, fear of judgment, and perfectionism can all contribute to self-doubt.

When self-doubt becomes persistent and overwhelming, it can hinder your progress, prevent you from taking risks, and negatively impact your mental health. The good news is that self-doubt can be overcome.

Firstly, identify your triggers; especially your thought pattern, challenge these negative thoughts: 2 Corinth 10:5 “casting down imaginations, and every thing that exalteth itself against the knowledge of God and bringing into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ”, Focus on your strengths: Reflect on your past achievements and remind yourself of your capabilities. Set realistic and achievable goals, accomplishing them builds confidence and motivates you towards higher goals.  Jere 29:11 reiterates God’ commitment on our life journey. “For I know the thoughts that I think towards you, saith the Lord, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end.”

When self-doubt creeps in, be confident in this that He who began a good work in you, will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.

Here are a few reflective questions;

1. What are my core values and how am I living them in my daily life?
2. What am I doing to nurture my creativity and imagination? What are my biggest fears and how are they holding me back

Let us Pray;

Thank you Lord, for your word to me today. Forgive me Lord in any way I have doubted your ability to see me through my life journey, Today I choose to trust you with all my heart.  I am your project and you are famous for completing what you started. Thank you in Jesus name Amen

Please say these words of affirmation after me.  Say them, mean them, own them and live them

• I am strong and resilient; 
• I am enough just as I am. 
• I am not walking alone, I am divinely encompassed.

 Enjoy your day, while I see you, tomorrow

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