It’s Natural But It’s Not Okay

Once a month the young married women from my church gather to talk and learn from each other through bible studies, group discussions and fellowship. Last week we got together and my sister-in-law, Elissia brought an amazing word on bravery. And she said this: “Though it’s natural to fear, it’s not okay to stay in fear.” I love that!

 

This reminds me that we do not have to be a superhero; or in our case, Wonder Woman to accomplish life goals and dreams, or even God’s purpose in our lives. It’s good to be an ambitious dreamer and its also natural to fear. It’s totally normal to feel nervous and to be scared because it simply shows that we are (pinch yourself) human beings; but what’s not ok is to stay in that feeling of fear. There has to come a point where you shake it off and say, “Ok, I may fear but I will not stay here. I will be courageous. I will be brave enough to walk out on fear.” Sometimes you just have to say #ByeFelicia and walk confidently in the direction where faith is leading you to.

Many times, we have a misconception that because we are believers, we have to have it all figured out and have this ginormous faith. No, the bible says that if our faith is as small as a mustard seed, we can command that “mountain” (that problem, obstacle, sickness, lack of…) to move over. The point here is to not only speak in faith but actually walk in faith. Fear wants you to stay comfortable; faith requires you to get uncomfortable. You have to be willing to get out of your comfort zone, that zone that only shelters you see what you have seen for a million years. God wants to show you more, He wants you to see new things that your eyes have never seen before and experiences that you have only dreamed of, but that requires a shift- it requires movement.  

As we quickly approach the end of this first month of 2015, let’s not lose focus. This year may have begun fabulous for you and if you’re going strong, good for you- keep going! For others, it may have started off very rough. And if that is you, please don’t lose hope. Do not allow fear of failure or disappointment enter your heart and your mind. The mind is the enemy’s playground and he loves to play tricks on us.

Today, I want to remind you that you are brave. Despite the circumstances you may be enduring, do not allow anything or anybody to tell you differently. You may be fearful in some areas but that does not make you weak; You Are Brave!

Remember this: “Though it’s natural to fear, it’s not okay to stay in fear.” Be brave and walk out on fear because faith is waiting for you on the other side.

Be Encouraged, Be Blessed!

Landy Perez-Feliciano ♥

 

Be Brave

Last weekend my husband and I were at an event called Expolit, which is held every year in Miami. We had the opportunity to meet great people and one of the ministries we were able to meet was Bethel Church from Redding, CA. They had a representation from Bethel Music and we were able to get a hold of their new album, You Make Me Brave. Let me tell you, their music has been on repeat in my car, at work..; everywhere I go. I’m obsessed with their new project!

Photo Credit: Shanna Murray

 

One of the many songs that I find myself repeating and repeating and repeating is number one, You Make Me Brave. Everything about that song and its powerful lyrics just challenges you to be brave! It’s amazing how lyrics can penetrate your inner being and stir the adrenaline within you.

You Make Me Brave is a call, a cry out to everyone who has been hostage of that big ugly monster called fear. The word says in 2 Timothy 1:7 For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind. Hebrews 4:16 states this: Let us therefore come boldly to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy and find grace to help in time of need. Just as we can come before God in an act of boldness, we too can face our fears and challenges with that same boldness. We have been given power, not fear. He who is for us is much greater than who is against us.

Today, I encourage you to read these lyrics and listen to this song, if you haven’t already. I challenge you to really believe these words. Be Brave, God is for you and not against you! Everything you set your heart to do, He wants you to succeed. He wants to give you the favor and grace that only He can provide so that whatever He places in your hands can prosper. He wants bigger and better things for you, but you have to believe it and walk out in faith and be brave enough to go after it. He has already made a way for you to walk through and no fear can hinder His promises towards you. You are more than a conqueror. Stand high and walk in total victory because He has made you brave! #BeBrave

Be Encouraged, Be Blessed!

Landy Perez- Feliciano ♥

 

You Make Me Brave

Amanda Cook & Bethel Music

Stand before You now
The greatness of Your renown
I've heard of the majesty and wonder of You
King of Heaven, in humility, I bow

As Your love, in wave after wave
Crashes over me, crashes over me
For You are for us, You are not against us
Champion of Heaven,
You made a way for all to enter in

I've heard You calling my name
I've heard the song of love that You sing
So I will let you draw me out beyond the shore
Into Your grace

You make me brave
You make me brave
You call me out beyond the shore into the waves

You make me brave
You make me brave
No fear can hinder now the Love that made a way

You make me brave
You make me brave
You call me out beyond the shore into the waves

You make me brave
You make me brave
No fear can hinder now the promises You've made