Devotional - “Did God really say?” - doubting your calling
Now the serpent was more crafty than any of the wild animals the Lord God had made. He said to the woman, “Did God really say, ‘You must not eat from any tree in the garden’?”
–Genesis 3:1
Hello,
Freedom of choice is one of God’s greatest gifts.
Yet, it’s that same freedom that, used in a wrong way, can lead to thinking I can be independent and don’t have to rely on God.
Satan knew that very well when he tempted Eve to eat the apple.
He sidetracked her using 3 strategies that he practices up until this day (based on Genesis 3:1-9):
1. He instills doubt
“Did God really say…?”
How many times have you thought that?
Admittingly, it has crossed my mind too many times, giving the enemy too much room to play with and nudging me to derail my focus.
2. He lies
“You won’t die…” is what Satan replied to Eve. This was 100% a lie.
If we lose sight of the truth, it will be hard to discern the lies that the enemy cunningly smuggles into our lives.
E.g., don’t believe the lie that you’re not cut out to be an entrepreneur, you’re just not at someone else’s level yet.
3. He tempts you
“If you eat the fruit, you will be like God…” The enemy makes disobeying God attractive.
It seems like following the success formula of this world for solopreneurs is harmless, but when you look closer, it’s based on personal gain and relying on self.
Let’s be aware of—and avoid falling for—the lie of self-sufficiency in the second half of 2023.
Let’s focus on the God that outsmarts the enemy. The One who calls us to be a servant, to be humble, and to surrender our lives to Him—that means our businesses too.
I wish I could live every day totally grounded in God and fully aware of His greatness diminishing the enemy’s schemes.
I’m not there yet.
Now that I know that I have inherited the knowledge of good and evil, the wrestle every day is either choosing self-reliance or trusting in God.
I choose the latter.
Dear reader, how do you fight those doubts, lies, and temptations?
Blessings,
Jane & Team Born to Fly
P.S. The Bible plan Wholeness (on YouVersion) inspired this devotional. Highly recommend reading it.
