Episode 8: I'm Tired of Success Because... I'm Out of Pace (Pt 2)

06/08/22 • 35 min

Welcome to Imagine Faith Talk, the podcast where we believe that faith in God is the key to unlocking everything you've been called to be.

In this episode we dive even deeper into how tiring success can be. We explore how you could be tired of success because you are out of pace with God.

Additionally, we discuss how neither worry nor doubt has to have any part of your journey. Mainly because God has called so much for you and when you trust in Him you become filled with His love and Joy.

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Key Talking Points of the Episode:

[1:22] What is Donovan’s struggle?

[4:02] Definition of ‘Prosperous’ in Hebrew

[6:07] God is purposeful in His pace

[8:32] What is required to be sharpened

[12:56] Why do we as high performers get out of pace?

[17:33] “Says who?”

[19:25] God’s will for you.

[19:59] How Faith in God got Kevin to where he is today.

[24:44] Donovan’s Mantra.

[25:29] Why does worrying cause us to be out of pace with God?

[30:23] How to deal with worry.

Magical Quotes from the Episode:

“We’re entrepreneurs, young professionals, creatives trying to do things that God has called us to do on this earth that might be uncanny. How do we do that and not get drained?” [0:56]

“When we’re out of alignment with pace and we’re not seeing pace properly, it can be very destructive.” [2:00]

“How important is it to meditate, saturate, fill yourself with His presence, with His Word, with His promises and then He will make your way prosperous?” [4:56]

When God says, “Go, and work hard and get it done,” efficiency is going to be key.” [8:07]

When we do this by God’s grace, our cup is overflowing and now everybody else gets the overflow of that cup being filled and that overflow is beautiful. [11:48]

“If you stay your path, you will receive everything that I (God) has reserved for you.” [13:55]

“I memorized portions of God’s love letter to me as a father so that I wouldn’t forget whose I was and what I’ve been called to do.” [25:01]

“Jesus never ran anywhere.” [28:32]

“God has set a pace for you to move at.” [29:17]

Scriptures Mentioned in the Episode:

Joshua 1:8
Ecclesiastes 3:1
Ecclesiastes 10:10
James 1:2-4
James 1:6-8
Genesis 18:10
Galatians 4:4
Matthew 6:31
Psalm 46:10

Welcome to Imagine Faith Talk, the podcast where we believe that faith in God is the key to unlocking everything you've been called to be.

In this episode we dive even deeper into how tiring success can be. We explore how you could be tired of success because you are out of pace with God.

Fun Links:

This podcast is sponsored by Anchor. If you haven’t heard about Anchor it’s the easiest way to make a podcast. Download the free Anchor app or go to Anchor.fm to get started.

Here you can leave us a voice message: Who knows? It may get played in a later episode https://anchor.fm/imaginefaithtalk/message

Key Talking Points of the Episode:

[1:22] What is Donovan’s struggle?

[4:02] Definition of ‘Prosperous’ in Hebrew

[6:07] God is purposeful in His pace

[8:32] What is required to be sharpened

[12:56] Why do we as high performers get out of pace?

[17:33] “Says who?”

[19:25] God’s will for you.

[19:59] How Faith in God got Kevin to where he is today.

[24:44] Donovan’s Mantra.

[25:29] Why does worrying cause us to be out of pace with God?

[30:23] How to deal with worry.

Magical Quotes from the Episode:

“We’re entrepreneurs, young professionals, creatives trying to do things that God has called us to do on this earth that might be uncanny. How do we do that and not get drained?” [0:56]

“When we’re out of alignment with pace and we’re not seeing pace properly, it can be very destructive.” [2:00]

“How important is it to meditate, saturate, fill yourself with His presence, with His Word, with His promises and then He will make your way prosperous?” [4:56]

When God says, “Go, and work hard and get it done,” efficiency is going to be key.” [8:07]

When we do this by God’s grace, our cup is overflowing and now everybody else gets the overflow of that cup being filled and that overflow is beautiful. [11:48]

“If you stay your path, you will receive everything that I (God) has reserved for you.” [13:55]

“I memorized portions of God’s love letter to me as a father so that I wouldn’t forget whose I was and what I’ve been called to do.” [25:01]

“Jesus never ran anywhere.” [28:32]

“God has set a pace for you to move at.” [29:17]

Scriptures Mentioned in the Episode:

Joshua 1:8
Ecclesiastes 3:1
Ecclesiastes 10:10
James 1:2-4
James 1:6-8
Genesis 18:10
Galatians 4:4
Matthew 6:31
Psalm 46:10

Previous Episode

Episode 7: I'm Tired of Success Because... I'm Out of Place (Pt 1)

Welcome to Imagine Faith Talk, the podcast where we believe that faith in God is the key to unlocking everything you've been called to be.

Are you a high achiever who is tired of success? Do you feel like your success is draining you? This episode is for you.

Often, we feel exhausted and drained because we are not in line with God’s purpose for our lives. We may be successful, but there is no contentment.

One of the most challenging questions we should be asking ourselves right now is if we are in the territories that God set for us. For instance, you could be on a career path that God has wanted you to step out, but you have been reluctant. Now you are tired and feeling out of place.

In this episode, we will discuss why we are tired of success, being in the territories that God set for us, committing to God’s will, and how we can occupy a higher level of responsibility.

Are you ready to enjoy your success? Listen to this episode.

This podcast is sponsored by Anchor. If you haven’t heard about Anchor it’s the easiest way to make a podcast. Download the free Anchor app or go to Anchor.fm to get started.

Here you can leave us a voice message: Who knows? It may get played in a later episode https://anchor.fm/imaginefaithtalk/message

Key Talking Points of the Episode:

[00:14] I’m tired of success

[03:54] What God says we are going to accomplish and the place we are going to accomplish it in

[04:40] Are you stepping into the suitable territories?

[09:29] Giving yourself entirely to the will of God

[15:19] The essence of being fully committed to God

[18:12] Why we may go outside the territory that God has called for us

[20:17] How do we occupy the higher level of responsibility?

[26:19] Deciding based on God’s command

Magical Quotes from the Episode:

“What God is imagining for us to do for His glory can only be accomplished through our wiring.”

“Obedience to God is the greatest life hack.”- [04:37]

“One of the reasons we go outside of the territory that God may have for us is because we truly don’t trust God and trust ourselves.” - [07:37]

“Going after what God has for us is the thing that’s going to give us the greatest amount of joy. It’s also going to bless others because He gets to work through us.” [07:54]

“That to whom much is given, much is required.”-[19:23]

“Meditating on God’s word is nourishment to our soul.” [21:29]

“If you’re going to be strong and courageous, you’re not entertaining the devil.” [25:12]

“God gives you a command, and then you have to give your situation a decision.” [26:01]

Scriptures Mentioned in the Episode:

Joshua 1:3-4
Proverbs 14:12
Psalm 77:19
1st Corinthians 15:5-8
Matthew 16:24-27
Ecclesiastes 5:4-7
Joshua 1:7-9
John 14:21

Next Episode

Episode 9: I’m Tired of Success Because… I Lack Courage (Pt 1)

Have you ever been in a car with someone who is just a bad driver? You’re in the passenger seat, but you’re incredibly exhausted once you get to your destination. Do you ever wonder why you get that tired? You get tired because you were trying to manage all the emotions, thoughts, and fear. This is a simple analogy of how exhausting it is to not have God as your final authority.

Often, we allow our emotions to get in our way. We find ourselves in fear, doubt, and pain. But once we allow ourselves to be in partnership with God, we become courageous. We allow ourselves not to be independent but be dependent on God.

Today, we will be talking about lack of courage and how it affects our lives. Listen in and learn.

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Key Talking Points of the Episode:

[03:03] What makes success tiring to us?

[05:57] Being in a partnership with God

[08:39] The essence of courage in our lives

[13:07] Contextualising fear, doubt, and pain when it comes to God

Magical Quotes from the Episode:

“For me, when the Bible says commit your ways to the Lord, you will find success. I think that it all starts with understanding of getting the biblical or divine definition of success before I decided that I'm going to pursue it” [03:21]

“If you’re going to be successful, you need more courage.” [06:07]

“One of the reasons we’re tired of success is that we lack the necessary courage to do what God has called us to do.” [06:15]

“Fear tries to make you think that you can’t do it. Even though God equipped you to do it.” [09:45]

“Every time you feel fear, identify it is trying to separate you from truth, an understanding about yourself, or your relationship with God. The only way you can solidify what you know is to move by faith on it.” [12:19]

“So many times, I have let other things creep into the environment of courage to knock courage from its rightful place.” [13:07]

“Fear is simply letting you know where you would be stuck if you did not have a relationship with God.” [14:49]

“God calls unable people to do important things because ultimately, what He’s working on is not your immediate success. But that you would come to know Him, love him to rest in His grace, and live for His glory.” [24:12]

“It’s easy for me to find the motivation to do what I want to do. But it may be a little more challenging to find the motivation to do what I need to do. This is why discipline will get you further than skill.” [29:18]

Scriptures Mentioned in the Episode: