We’ve all been there. That moment where you step into something new—maybe a new job, a relationship, a ministry opportunity, or a dream you’ve carried for years—and suddenly, the voices start.

"You’re not good enough."
"Who do you think you are?"
"Someone else could do this better."

That’s self-doubt talking. And it’s loud.

The truth is, feeling insecure or uncertain is part of the human experience. We all wrestle with it at some point. Even the most confident people have hidden fears and moments of “I don’t think I can do this.”

But here’s what we have to be careful of: staying in that place.

If we allow insecurity and self-doubt to settle into our hearts like an unwanted houseguest, they’ll eventually run the show.

• They’ll keep us from applying for the job.

• They’ll keep us from speaking up.

• They’ll keep us from dreaming big.

• They’ll keep us from obeying God.

And if the enemy can’t destroy you, he’ll try to discourage you—and self-doubt is one of his favorite tools.

But God Sees It Differently

In 2 Corinthians 12, the Apostle Paul pleads with God to take away his “thorn in the flesh.” We’re not told exactly what that thorn was, but we do know Paul felt it deeply. It limited him. It hurt. It reminded him of his weakness.

But instead of removing the thorn, God answered Paul with this:
“My grace is sufficient for you, for My power is made perfect in weakness.”
(2 Corinthians 12:9)

Think about that.
God didn’t say, “I’ll make you stronger.”
He said, “I’ll be strong through your weakness.”

That shifts everything.

Your Weakness Isn’t the End—It’s the Beginning

God has never required perfection. In fact, He seems to prefer using people who don’t have it all together.

• Moses had a stutter.

• David had a past.

• Esther was afraid.

• Peter was impulsive.

• Paul carried a thorn.

And yet, these were the people God used to do incredible things. Why? Because it’s not about our strength. It’s about our availability.

Rick Warren once said,

“God uses imperfect people in imperfect situations to perform His perfect will.”

That’s great news for you and me.

It means your weakness doesn’t disqualify you—it might actually be the very reason God chose you.

So What Do We Do With Self-Doubt?

1. Acknowledge it.
   Don’t pretend you’re not feeling it. Bring it to God.

2. Claim the truth.
   God’s grace is enough. His power is working through you.

3. Take the step anyway.
   Confidence doesn’t come before the step. It comes after obedience.

So whatever is in front of you today… the new job, the big decision, the conversation you’ve been avoiding—take a deep breath and remember:
God doesn’t need your perfection.
He just needs your yes.

Let His power be made perfect in your weakness.
And go.

— Pastor Danny