Obedience Over Fear
Friend, fear will always try to stand in the way of what God has called you to do. It whispers lies like, “You’re not ready,” “You’re not good enough,” or “What will people think?” Fear convinces us to wait, to delay, or to chase perfection instead of simply obeying.
But here’s the truth: it’s not about perfection — it’s about obedience.
How Fear Holds Us Back
Fear doesn’t always show up as panic or shaking hands. Sometimes it looks like procrastination. Sometimes it looks like waiting for the “perfect” moment. And sometimes, it looks like silence — staying quiet when God has already told us to speak.
The enemy knows the power of your yes to God, and that’s why fear pushes so hard against it.
How to Recognize Your Calling
Maybe you’re wondering: “How do I even know what God is asking me to do?”
Most of the time, it’s that very thing that keeps pressing on your heart, the thing you can’t shake, the assignment that makes you uncomfortable — maybe even the one you don’t want to do.
God doesn’t call us to comfort. He calls us to obedience.
The Cost of Disobedience
Some of us are stuck in the same place year after year because of disobedience. God already gave us the instruction, but we’re waiting until we feel ready, waiting until we feel brave, waiting until the timing feels perfect.
But delayed obedience is still disobedience. And disobedience will keep you circling the same mountain instead of stepping into the promise on the other side.
“To obey is better than sacrifice.” (1 Samuel 15:22)
The Power Of Obedience
When we finally obey — even while afraid — something shifts. Fear loses its grip. Peace takes its place. And breakthrough follows obedience.
Your yes to God may not just change your life — it could be the very thing that opens the door for someone else’s freedom.
For You, Friend
So let me ask you: what has God been telling you to do that you’ve been avoiding? Starting the business? Writing the book? Sharing your testimony? Leaving that relationship?
Whatever it is, don’t let fear keep you from moving. Don’t wait for it to feel comfortable. Don’t wait until you have all the answers. Move when God says move.
Your breakthrough is on the other side of obedience. And maybe… just maybe someone else’s breakthrough is too.
A Prayer for Obedience
Father, I come before You asking for clarity. Show me what You’ve been calling me to do, and give me the courage to obey. Remove fear, doubt, and distractions, and let my obedience bring You glory while setting others free. In Jesus’ name, amen.
