The other day, I was on the phone with Bishop AJ Wright, pouring out my heart about these "crazy" thoughts I was having. Thoughts about business, ministry, and so much more.
Not negative or harmful thoughts, but those that challenge the status quo, that dare to dream bigger and bolder.
As I shared, he paused for a moment and then said to me, "Trust What You Hear." I was taken aback, rendered silent.
He had no idea that a few years ago, I penned an article titled Write What You Hear That article had become my mantra, my guiding light for releasing these "crazy" thoughts from the confines of my mind.
But as I reflected on his words, I realized that writing was just the beginning. It was the first step in a three-part journey.
Writing allowed me to give voice to my innermost thoughts and feelings, to bring them out into the open. But that was just phase one.
Phase two, as Bishop Wright so eloquently put it, is "Trust What You Hear."
We've all been there. That moment when a thought, an idea, or a feeling stirs deep within us. It might seem outlandish, maybe even a little crazy.
But it's there, persistent and undeniable. It's that gut feeling, that inner voice, telling us something important. And it's time we start listening.
"Trust What You Hear." It's more than just a phrase; it's a mantra, a way of life. It's about believing in that inner voice, even when the world tells you otherwise.
It's about pushing past the self-doubt, the second-guessing, and the fear of the unknown.
You see, our gut feelings, those inner nudges, are often our most honest guides. They're raw, unfiltered, and real.
They don't care about societal norms or what's "expected" of us. They just care about the truth. And deep down, we know it. That promise you feel in your heart? It's not a lie. It's as real as the air you breathe.
So, to anyone reading this, take a moment. Reflect. Think about that gut feeling you've been ignoring, that idea you've pushed to the back of your mind.
It's time to bring it to the forefront. Embrace it. Trust it. And then? Go for it. With all you've got.
Remember, life's too short for what-ifs. Trust in yourself, trust in your gut, and watch as the world opens up before you.