Imagine standing on the edge of something great—an opportunity, a breakthrough, a life you’ve prayed for. It’s right in front of you, yet something holds you back. Doubt. Fear. The question, “What if I fail?”
Now, picture this:
Moses sends twelve men to scout the Promised Land. A land flowing with abundance, just as God had promised. They see its beauty, its richness… but they also see giants. Ten of them come back trembling, saying, “It’s impossible.” Only two—Joshua and Caleb—believe that God will make a way.
The people listen to fear. They forget who their God is. And instead of moving forward, they say, “Let’s go back to Egypt.” Back to slavery. Back to the very place God rescued them from.
Let Me Explain
Faith is like standing at the door of your destiny. It requires you to walk through, even when you don’t see the full path ahead.
Yet, we often let fear dictate our steps.
- God calls us to step out, but we hesitate.
- He shows us His promises, but we focus on the obstacles.
- He leads us forward, but we keep looking back.
Consider this:
- An entrepreneur has a life-changing idea but never launches because of fear of failure.
- A person prays for an opportunity but doubts when it finally arrives.
- Someone longs for a deeper purpose but stays stuck in the familiar because stepping into the unknown feels too risky.
Like the Israelites, we sometimes trade freedom for familiarity. But God doesn’t call us to comfort—He calls us to trust.
Let’s Deep Dive
🔹 Faith sees beyond the giants
Joshua and Caleb saw the same land as the others, but they focused on God’s power, not the obstacles. Faith shifts your perspective—it reminds you that what looks impossible to you is already handled by God.
🔹 Fear makes us forget
The Israelites had seen miracles: the Red Sea parting, manna from heaven, water from a rock. Yet, they doubted. Fear does that. It blinds us to what God has already done.
🔹 Doubt delays destiny
Because of their unbelief, an entire generation missed the Promised Land. Only Joshua and Caleb lived to step into it. Doubt doesn’t just pause progress—it can cost us what God intended for us.
Faith vs. Fear
- Faith says, “If God said it, He will do it.”
- Fear says, “What if I fail?”
- Faith says, “God will make a way.”
- Fear says, “I’m not good enough.”
- Faith says, “God’s power is greater than my weakness.”
Bringing It Home
Faith isn’t about knowing every step. It’s about trusting the One who leads.
As T.D. Jakes says:
“Faith is walking to the edge of all the light you have and taking one more step.”
Your journey is ahead. Your promised land is waiting. The question is—will you trust God enough to move forward?
A Short Prayer
“Lord, help me to trust You more than I trust my fears. When doubt tries to hold me back, remind me of Your promises. Give me the courage to step forward, knowing that You go before me. I choose faith over fear. Amen.”
Your Turn:
Think about a time when doubt held you back. What if you had stepped forward in faith instead?
This week, take one bold step toward something God has placed in your heart. Even if it’s small. Even if it’s uncertain.
Faith moves mountains. But first, you have to take the step.
Keep trusting.
Keep moving.
Keep believing.
— MJ Nyota
