SLOW AND RELUCTANT
September 20, 2021
SLOW AND RELUCTANT
Some time ago, I gave an assignment to one of my coaching clients to share daily for 30 days what she was learning.
She reluctantly agreed.
She started, and day 1, day 2, and day 3...
In the middle of it, a friend asked her, why she was doing it, she said, "my coach asked me to do it".
It's been almost more than 90 days now, she's still sharing what she's learning daily.
Her testimony has changed from "my coach asked me to do it" to "I was created to add value to lives so I must share".
Now, she is getting messages from people about how the things she's sharing is helping them and transforming their lives.
Listen, starting something that's worth it or adding value to lives may start with some reluctance.
In fact, the first time you do it, it would look like you're forced and compelled.
But as you get on with it, you will realise the value of adding value to others, and you won't be able to stop.
So, my charge to you is; What is that thing God has laid on your heart all these while but you've been slow and reluctant to start?
You've had all these questions in your mind such as "Who would pay attention?" "Why me?" "Can I really do it?" "Am I qualified?"
Just start! I know it takes courage, faith, and grace. Guess what? God has given you those in abundance - tap into them!
Always remember, you don't have to be great to start but you have to start to be great.
And, if you have the courage to start, you have the courage to succeed.
I believe in you, and I hope this has helped you.
- Dr Samuel Ekundayo | The Purpose Preacher
Looking at my life today, some might assume I was born with a golden spoon in my mouth. They see the progress, the platforms, the opportunities, the impact—and they conclude, “He must have had it all figured out from the start.” But here’s the truth... I wasn’t born with a golden spoon. In fact, I wasn’t even born with a spoon at all. The circumstances surrounding my birth were far from rosy. My beginning was rough, humble, and almost forgettable by the standards of this world. There was nothing to suggest that I would one day stand where I stand today, speak as I speak today, or do what I do today. But I was helped. I was helped by God. That’s the only reason I’ve come this far. And that, dear friend, is why I’m writing this—to remind you that it doesn’t matter where or how you were born . Your background, no matter how limiting or disadvantaged, cannot stop God’s plan for your life. You may not have had the best education. You may have been born into poverty. You may have been rejected, neglected, abandoned or overlooked. But when God steps into your life , He rewrites the story. He is not intimidated by your limitations. In fact, He specializes in using the foolish things of this world to confound the wise. He lifts the poor from the dust and sets them among princes (Psalm 113:7-8). You don’t need a silver spoon, golden spoon, or any spoon at all. All you need is His help . My life is a testament to this truth: God still helps men. He still lifts. He still promotes. He still turns nobodies into wonders. And I believe the same will happen for you. If you will let Him, If you will trust Him, If you will surrender your life to Him… You will become a miracle. You will become a wonder. Your story will be one that generations will talk about. So here’s my charge to you: Stop disqualifying yourself based on your background. Stop underestimating what God can do through you. Stop comparing your journey with someone else’s. Instead, start seeking God’s help. Start walking in faith. Start declaring His promises over your life. Because your story—yes, YOUR story—is not over yet. In fact, it’s just beginning. You are next in line for a miracle. I believe in you!
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