Believe Bigger

1. Embrace disruption as an invitation to divine reinvention

God uses disruption as a catalyst to get our attention and prepare us for our next season, even if the process is ugly.

Disruption is purposeful. It's not a punishment, but a redirection towards your true calling. When life seems to fall apart, it's often making way for something greater. God uses these moments to strip away what no longer serves you and to align you with your higher purpose.

The split-rock moment is a key concept in this process. It refers to those life-altering events that seem devastating but are actually opportunities for growth and transformation. These moments can include:

• Betrayal
• Job loss
• Health scares
• Unexpected transitions

By embracing these disruptions and viewing them as invitations to grow, you open yourself to the possibility of divine reinvention and a life of greater significance.

2. Understand the five stages of the Purpose Map

To unleash the greater you, God will disrupt you and dismantle you.

The Purpose Map outlines five stages of divine reinvention:

1. Discovery: Learning who you're supposed to be and where you fit in
2. Talent: Developing skills and choosing a path
3. The GAP: Experiencing disruption and transition
4. Gifts: Uncovering your unique abilities and superpowers
5. Influence: Stepping into leadership and making an impact

Each stage builds upon the previous one, guiding you from comfort to growth and ultimately to your glory zone. Understanding where you are in this journey can help you navigate the challenges and embrace the opportunities for growth and transformation.

Key aspects of the Purpose Map:

• It's not linear; you may revisit stages throughout life
• Each stage has its own challenges and lessons
• Moving through the stages requires faith and surrender

3. Identify and challenge your limiting beliefs

Not everything you've learned will get you where you need to be.

Examine your rules. Throughout life, we adopt beliefs and "rules" that shape our decisions and identity. These often come from:

• Childhood experiences
• Cultural norms
• Religious teachings
• Societal expectations

Many of these beliefs limit our potential and keep us from fulfilling our true purpose. It's crucial to identify and challenge these limiting beliefs.

Categorize your beliefs into three "information buckets":

1. Blessed: True and helpful information
2. Bad: Incorrect or misleading information
3. Broken: Outdated or partially true information

By critically examining your beliefs and discarding those that no longer serve you, you create space for new, empowering beliefs that align with your higher purpose.

4. Discover your unique gifts and superpowers

Gifts are those deposits within you that bring the best out of you and improve the lives of those around you.

Gifts vs. Talents. While talents are learned abilities, gifts are innate superpowers that reflect your divine purpose. They:

• Come naturally to you
• Bring you joy and fulfillment
• Make a significant impact on others

To discover your gifts:

1. Reflect on what comes easily to you
2. Notice what others compliment you on
3. Identify activities that make you lose track of time
4. Consider how you uniquely help others

Your gifts are clues to your higher calling and the unique way you're meant to serve the world. By embracing and developing them, you align yourself with your true purpose.

5. Find your voice and embrace your life's message

Your life is a message. Your voice is a superpower. Your story is a sign of God's strength.

You are voice. Your unique experiences, struggles, and triumphs form a powerful message that can impact others. Finding your voice means:

• Embracing your story, including the painful parts
• Recognizing the wisdom you've gained through challenges
• Understanding how your journey can inspire and help others

Three types of voices:

1. The Puller: Helps others overcome obstacles
2. The Planner: Provides strategies and solutions
3. The Pusher: Inspires and motivates others to believe in themselves

Identifying your voice type can help you understand how to best share your message and make an impact. Your voice is the vehicle for fulfilling your purpose and changing lives.

6. Step into a life of influence and leadership

A woman's place is anywhere God sends her.

Embrace divine leadership. God calls every woman to lead in some capacity. This doesn't necessarily mean traditional leadership roles, but rather:

• Using your gifts to impact others
• Sharing your story and wisdom
• Creating positive change in your sphere of influence

Overcoming leadership fears:

• Recognize that your unique perspective is valuable
• Understand that imperfection doesn't disqualify you
• Trust that God equips those He calls

By stepping into influence, you fulfill your divine purpose and create a ripple effect of positive change in the world. Remember, your calling may look different from others, but it's no less significant.

7. Slay self-doubt and believe bigger

Believing bigger isn't possible without believing in yourself and appreciating . . . really valuing . . . your journey at a higher level.

Identify the source of doubt. Self-doubt often stems from:

• Past experiences of rejection or failure
• Societal expectations and limitations
• Fear of the unknown or of success

To overcome self-doubt:

1. Recognize limiting beliefs and challenge them
2. Surround yourself with supportive, like-minded individuals
3. Focus on your unique gifts and the value you bring
4. Take small, consistent steps towards your goals

Shift from confidence to Godfidence. While confidence is believing in yourself based on what you can see, Godfidence is trusting in who God says you are and what He has destined you to do. It requires faith and a willingness to step into the unknown.

By slaying self-doubt and embracing a bigger vision for your life, you open yourself to miraculous possibilities and the fulfillment of your divine purpose. Remember, an unashamed woman is an unstoppable woman.

Last updated: August 7, 2024