Your story matters. But too often, we let others hold the pen.
Maybe it’s family telling you who you should be. Friends saying your dreams are too big. Or critics claiming your faith journey isn’t “real enough.”
Here’s the truth: God gave you your story for a reason. Don’t let anyone else write the chapters.
Mistake 1: Believing Their Labels Over God’s Truth
People love putting you in boxes. “You’re too street for church.” “Too churchy for the hood.” “Too young to lead.” “Too broken to be used.”
How to take back control: Remember who God says you are. You’re chosen, redeemed, and called for a purpose. Their labels don’t define you.
Mistake 2: Asking Everyone for Permission
You show your dreams to everyone. Ask for approval before making moves. Wait for others to validate your calling.
How to take back control: Pray first, then move. God’s approval is the only green light you need.
Mistake 3: Living by Their Timeline
Society says you should have it all figured out by 25. Your family wants you married by 30. Your peers pressure you to “make it” now.
How to take back control: God’s timing isn’t man’s timing. Trust the process, even when others don’t understand it.
Your Faith Journey Is Yours Alone
Mistake 4: Apologizing for Your Past
You let shame from yesterday write your today. Keep explaining your testimony instead of walking in freedom.
How to take back control: Your past is proof of God’s grace, not a reason for guilt. Own your story without apology.
Mistake 5: Changing Your Voice to Fit In
You tone down your faith at work. Water down your testimony for “broader appeal.” Hide your authentic self to avoid judgment.
How to take back control: Your authentic voice is your superpower. The right people will connect with the real you.
Mistake 6: Letting Fear Write Your Next Chapter
What if they reject you? What if you fail? What if you’re not good enough?
How to take back control: Faith moves forward despite fear. Take the next step, even if your knees are shaking.
Mistake 7: Forgetting You Have the Final Say
At the end of the day, you’re living your life. Not your parents, friends, or critics.
How to take back control: Make decisions based on God’s will and your purpose. Others can advise, but you choose.
Ready to Reclaim Your Story?
Your story is still being written. Each day is a new page. Each choice is a new line.
Stop letting others hold the pen. Pick it up yourself.
God has amazing chapters ahead for you. But first, you need to take control of your narrative.
Your critics don’t get to write your story. Your past doesn’t get to write your future. Only you and God get that privilege.
So what’s your next chapter going to say?
The choice is yours. The pen is in your hand. It’s time to write.