None of us were born with a fear of failure. But over time, as we learn and grow and live imperfectly, we begin to attach labels to our journeys and mishaps. We call them failures, and over time, we may determine we are as well. Our faulty processing will greatly hinder our progress, growth, and effectiveness, if we let it.

Fear of failure often stems from a very dangerous focus: Making much of ourselves and little of God. But Scripture tells us life—and growth—comes when we die to ourselves so that Christ can live in and through us.

Resources:
Nothing to Prove, by Jennie Allen
Little Women, Big God and Little Faith Big God by Debbie W. Wilson
Give Yourself a Break: The Secrets to God's Rest by Debbie W. Wilson

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Group Discussion Questions:

1. What is your definition of failure?
2. How do you respond when you fail?
3. Have past “failures” impacted your willingness to take on new opportunities?
4. Why is it important to measure success based on obedience rather than results?
5. How might “dying to ourselves” give us the courage to obey and embrace new opportunities?

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