Trusting God at 27: Faith, Growth & Fighting Lies

I’m lying in bed a few nights before my 27th birthday. Last night it hit me all over again. That weird anxious feeling that I just can’t seem to shake. It happens at night. It’s been happening for a few months now, but it’s become even more frequent. Thoughts spiral. My mind spins out of control and I feel that tight weight on my chest like it’s about to explode. 

Those thoughts like: “I’ll never be a mother, never lose the weight, never continue to grow my business. I shouldn’t be a Bible study leader right now with my heart in shambles and these annoying anxious thoughts I have every night because I’m not in a the best place spiritually. God can’t possibly want to be using me right now. I feel like such a failure.”

Seriously, what the heck? I snap back into reality. None of that is true. I really hate the enemy. He fills our minds and hearts with lies. He’s the father of lies and sometimes, he’s really good at convincing us that we will never ____. But here’s the truth: God is in control…. Read it again and take a deep breath with me. God is in control. He can be trusted.

I can remember being a senior in high school-ten years ago (yikes I’m getting old) and having to write a letter to myself… my 27-year-old-self. I can recall writing things in it like “I hope you have a beautiful life, are married with 2 children, have a nice home, car and a good job.” All of the typical hopes and dreams for my optimistic self. My goodness how time flies. It’s true that the older you get, the faster the years seem to pass by. My 17-year-old self wouldn’t believe all we’ve had to endure over the last decade… but one thing remains- God’s steadfast faithfulness.

As I look back over the last near-decade of life there are a few things I’ve learned that I have to share and remind myself when those lies that satan tells are the only thing I can hear in my head.

1. Nothing else matters except Jesus. We can get so caught up in the “things” of this world. The nice clothes, homes, cars, the “bigger and better” dreams… that shouldn’t keep us going. The goal post shouldn’t always be moving. While none of the “nice things” we have are bad on their own, if we seek those more than Christ himself, we remain as “unsettled as a wave of the sea that is blown and tossed by the wind.” -James 1:6b. Others who don’t know Jesus as Savior should look at our lives and see something within us that’s different. When trials come, when life doesn’t always look like we thought it would, one thing should remain the same, faith in Him. Spend regular time with God in His word. Seek Him.
2. Cherish time with your family, they are the best ever. I know we’ve all heard the saying “the days are long, but the years are short” and even though I am not a momma yet, I find myself realizing how true this statement is as I grow older. Sundays are truly my favorite because we get to spend it with some of our favorite people. My week isn’t the same when we don’t have a fun afternoon after church at Grammy and Pappy’s house. Our families are irreplaceable, and time is fleeting- so spend it wisely.
3. Take care of your body. It’s okay to enjoy life a little, but remember just as your nourish your spirit, also nourish your body. Don’t let the constant obsessive goal of “losing weight” control your thoughts. Stop with the negative self-talk. Life is too short to constantly be worrying about how your body looks in an outfit. God gave you this body as a gift and we should treat it as such.
4. Business dreams and goals should be God-honoring and aligned with His will. He will continue to provide all you need for a successful year. Don’t set goals without first praying about it and seeking Him. Ask God for what you need, He is forever faithful. Always remember “God is able to bless you abundantly, so that in all things at all times, having all you need, you will abound in every good work.” -2 Corinthians 9:8. He has a perfect plan for your life and business. Don’t just say you trust Him, trust Him!
5. Serve. In all aspects of your life, be a servant. In your marriage, church, family, business- continue serving. Have a heart that’s willing to serve and honor The Lord. Stop worrying so much about what people think and just keep serving. Make it a goal to out-serve yourself from the previous year. “All you can take with you is that which you’ve given away.”

Overall, I want to remember 27 as the year that I actually trust God in all aspects of my life, not just say that I trust Him. I want it to be the year that I am obedient and am actively seeking His will, not my own. This year, I want a faith that is so sure of His plan that no distraction, temptation or fear can steal my time. It’s so easy to let the author of lies steal our joy and contentment or overtake our thoughts. Jesus came to give us life abundantly and I am committed to lean on God’s faithfulness for that abundant life. So here’s to 27, friends. I am forever thankful for your support! Praising God for another year.

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