Opinion: Voices of Faith – What’s Blocking Your Spiritual Growth? Find Out Now!
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Written at our offices in the heart of Winona, Minnesota, Voices of Faith is a weekly Christian podcast and opinion column by Jack and Kitty Norton, presented by our local news blog JackAndKitty.com. Remember, God loves you – and you deserve to feel good today!
What’s Holding You Back?
WINONA, MN – Have you ever felt like you were on the edge of a breakthrough, but something keeps holding you back? Maybe it’s fear, doubt, or even past mistakes. Whatever it is, it’s blocking your growth and keeping you from reaching the full potential God has placed inside you.
The Bible says in Hebrews 12:1, “Let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us.” God wants you to identify and remove these obstacles so you can flourish in every area of your life.
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Recognize the Roots
Sometimes, the things that block our growth are deeply rooted. It could be an old mindset, a negative self-image, or unforgiveness that’s holding you back. These roots can go unnoticed, but they influence how you live your life.
When you recognize these roots and bring them to the surface, you can start to uproot them and replace them with the truth of God’s Word. Remember, you are a new creation in Christ. It’s time to let go of the old and embrace the new.
Three Affirmations to Consider
- I am free from anything that holds me back.
- I am growing in the strength and wisdom of the Lord.
- I am stepping into God’s best for my life.
Embrace God’s Plan for Your Growth
God has a plan for your growth, and it’s a good one. He wants you to prosper, to be in good health, and to walk in His favor. But to step into that plan, you have to be willing to let go of what’s holding you back.
Trust that God has equipped you with everything you need to overcome every obstacle. He’s given you His Word, His Spirit, and His promises. When you focus on Him and His plan, you’ll find the strength to grow in ways you never thought possible.
A Prayer for Growth
Let’s pray together: “Father, thank You for the growth You have planned for our lives. We ask You to show us what’s holding us back and help us to let it go. We trust that You have equipped us with everything we need to overcome every obstacle. We declare that we are stepping into the fullness of Your plan for our lives. Thank You for Your guidance, strength, and love. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.”
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