June 10th, 2025
by Nicole Sosa
by Nicole Sosa
Have you ever found yourself wearing sunglasses indoors? It might look cool, but it's not exactly practical. In our spiritual lives, we often do something similar - we view God and His plans for us through the lens of our own limited perspective, effectively wearing "spiritual sunglasses" that dim our vision of His true purpose.
Consider the story of Moses in Exodus 3. Here was a man living in obscurity for 40 years, tending sheep in the wilderness, when suddenly God appears to him in a burning bush. The Creator of the universe reveals His plan to use Moses to lead the Israelites out of slavery in Egypt. It's a pivotal moment, a divine appointment that should inspire awe and immediate obedience.
But what does Moses do? He protests. Repeatedly.
"Who am I to appear before Pharaoh? Who am I to lead the people of Israel out of Egypt?" Moses asks. Even after God reassures him of His presence and provides miraculous signs, Moses continues to object, focusing on his own inadequacies rather than God's power.
How often do we find ourselves in similar situations? God calls us to step out in faith, to be part of His grand plan, but we hesitate. We protest. We focus on our own perceived shortcomings rather than on the sufficiency of the One who calls us.
It's easy to fall into this trap of "stinking thinking" - allowing negative self-talk and doubt to cloud our vision of God's purpose for our lives. We say things like "I'm not good enough," "I'm not qualified," or "Surely God can find someone better." But these thoughts are like wearing sunglasses indoors - they prevent us from seeing clearly what God sees in us.
The truth is, our feelings of inadequacy often don't arrive first. They're usually the result of focusing on ourselves rather than on God. As Philippians 2:12-13 reminds us, we are to "work out your own salvation with fear and trembling, for it is God who works in you, both to will and to work for his good pleasure." This passage isn't telling us to rely on our own strength, but rather to draw close to God, allowing Him to work through us.
When we surrender control to God, amazing things happen. Isaiah 40:31 promises, "But those who trust in the Lord will find new strength. They will soar high on wings like eagles. They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not faint." This renewal comes not from our own efforts, but from allowing God to take the wheel of our lives.
Think about it - how many times have you reluctantly done something, only to find yourself saying afterward, "I'm glad I did that"? Maybe it was going to church when you didn't feel like it, or pushing yourself to exercise when you'd rather eat a cupcake. Often, the things that bring the most growth and satisfaction in our lives are the very things we initially resist.
The same principle applies to our walk with God. When we push past our initial reluctance and surrender to His plan, we often find ourselves in awe of what He can accomplish through us.
One of the most powerful revelations in Scripture is found in Exodus 3:14, where God identifies Himself to Moses simply as "I AM." This profound statement reminds us that whatever we feel we lack, whatever we think we're not - God is. Are you feeling weak? He is strong. Do you feel unloved? He is love. Do you feel inadequate? He is more than enough.
The challenge for many of us is learning to process our thoughts correctly, especially in seasons of waiting or uncertainty. It's during these times that our "stinking thinking" can really take hold, convincing us that God isn't working or that He's forgotten about us.
But what if these seasons are actually opportunities for God to show us who we truly are in Him? What if He's inviting us to take off our spiritual sunglasses and see things from His perspective?
Hebrews 10:23 encourages us to "hold tightly without wavering to the hope we affirm, for God can be trusted to keep his promise." This hope isn't based on our own abilities or worthiness, but on the unchanging character of God.
As we navigate life's challenges and opportunities, let's remember that God doesn't call the qualified - He qualifies the called. Our job is not to protest our inadequacies, but to surrender our lives fully to Him, trusting that He will equip us for whatever He calls us to do.
So today, let's make a conscious decision to take off our spiritual sunglasses. Let's choose to see ourselves and our circumstances through God's eyes. Let's surrender our limited perspective and embrace His infinite wisdom and love.
Remember, whatever you're not, He is. Whatever you lack, He provides. Wherever you feel weak, He is strong. Our God is not just a distant deity, but the great I AM who desires to work in and through us for His glory and our good.
As you reflect on this truth, consider where in your life you might be wearing spiritual sunglasses. Are there areas where you're resisting God's call because you don't feel adequate? Are there dreams or visions He's given you that you've been hesitant to pursue?
Take a moment to surrender those areas to God. Acknowledge your fears and inadequacies, but don't stop there. Affirm His sufficiency and His promise to be with you. Like Moses, you may feel unqualified for the task ahead, but remember - the One who calls you is faithful, and He will do it.
Let's step out in faith, taking off our sunglasses of doubt and fear, and embrace the brilliant light of God's purpose for our lives. For in His light, we see light, and in His strength, we find the courage to become all He has created us to be.
Consider the story of Moses in Exodus 3. Here was a man living in obscurity for 40 years, tending sheep in the wilderness, when suddenly God appears to him in a burning bush. The Creator of the universe reveals His plan to use Moses to lead the Israelites out of slavery in Egypt. It's a pivotal moment, a divine appointment that should inspire awe and immediate obedience.
But what does Moses do? He protests. Repeatedly.
"Who am I to appear before Pharaoh? Who am I to lead the people of Israel out of Egypt?" Moses asks. Even after God reassures him of His presence and provides miraculous signs, Moses continues to object, focusing on his own inadequacies rather than God's power.
How often do we find ourselves in similar situations? God calls us to step out in faith, to be part of His grand plan, but we hesitate. We protest. We focus on our own perceived shortcomings rather than on the sufficiency of the One who calls us.
It's easy to fall into this trap of "stinking thinking" - allowing negative self-talk and doubt to cloud our vision of God's purpose for our lives. We say things like "I'm not good enough," "I'm not qualified," or "Surely God can find someone better." But these thoughts are like wearing sunglasses indoors - they prevent us from seeing clearly what God sees in us.
The truth is, our feelings of inadequacy often don't arrive first. They're usually the result of focusing on ourselves rather than on God. As Philippians 2:12-13 reminds us, we are to "work out your own salvation with fear and trembling, for it is God who works in you, both to will and to work for his good pleasure." This passage isn't telling us to rely on our own strength, but rather to draw close to God, allowing Him to work through us.
When we surrender control to God, amazing things happen. Isaiah 40:31 promises, "But those who trust in the Lord will find new strength. They will soar high on wings like eagles. They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not faint." This renewal comes not from our own efforts, but from allowing God to take the wheel of our lives.
Think about it - how many times have you reluctantly done something, only to find yourself saying afterward, "I'm glad I did that"? Maybe it was going to church when you didn't feel like it, or pushing yourself to exercise when you'd rather eat a cupcake. Often, the things that bring the most growth and satisfaction in our lives are the very things we initially resist.
The same principle applies to our walk with God. When we push past our initial reluctance and surrender to His plan, we often find ourselves in awe of what He can accomplish through us.
One of the most powerful revelations in Scripture is found in Exodus 3:14, where God identifies Himself to Moses simply as "I AM." This profound statement reminds us that whatever we feel we lack, whatever we think we're not - God is. Are you feeling weak? He is strong. Do you feel unloved? He is love. Do you feel inadequate? He is more than enough.
The challenge for many of us is learning to process our thoughts correctly, especially in seasons of waiting or uncertainty. It's during these times that our "stinking thinking" can really take hold, convincing us that God isn't working or that He's forgotten about us.
But what if these seasons are actually opportunities for God to show us who we truly are in Him? What if He's inviting us to take off our spiritual sunglasses and see things from His perspective?
Hebrews 10:23 encourages us to "hold tightly without wavering to the hope we affirm, for God can be trusted to keep his promise." This hope isn't based on our own abilities or worthiness, but on the unchanging character of God.
As we navigate life's challenges and opportunities, let's remember that God doesn't call the qualified - He qualifies the called. Our job is not to protest our inadequacies, but to surrender our lives fully to Him, trusting that He will equip us for whatever He calls us to do.
So today, let's make a conscious decision to take off our spiritual sunglasses. Let's choose to see ourselves and our circumstances through God's eyes. Let's surrender our limited perspective and embrace His infinite wisdom and love.
Remember, whatever you're not, He is. Whatever you lack, He provides. Wherever you feel weak, He is strong. Our God is not just a distant deity, but the great I AM who desires to work in and through us for His glory and our good.
As you reflect on this truth, consider where in your life you might be wearing spiritual sunglasses. Are there areas where you're resisting God's call because you don't feel adequate? Are there dreams or visions He's given you that you've been hesitant to pursue?
Take a moment to surrender those areas to God. Acknowledge your fears and inadequacies, but don't stop there. Affirm His sufficiency and His promise to be with you. Like Moses, you may feel unqualified for the task ahead, but remember - the One who calls you is faithful, and He will do it.
Let's step out in faith, taking off our sunglasses of doubt and fear, and embrace the brilliant light of God's purpose for our lives. For in His light, we see light, and in His strength, we find the courage to become all He has created us to be.
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