You were made to do BIG things in Christ Jesus, Sis. That’s why the enemy will try to get you to self-sabotage.

Have you ever been working on something and believing God for the outcome, only to lose faith all of a sudden and find “really good reasons” for taking an extended break or quitting all together? Have you ever found yourself blowing up and exiting a situation or relationship only to think afterwards, “That was a bit dramatic. Why did I do that?” Or how about straight-up quitting because it’s “obvious” that you don’t have the time, resources, talent, support or gifting necessary to get the job done anyway? Friend, those are all examples of self-sabotage.

Self-sabotage is a self-protective coping mechanism. Sometimes we want to bail before we get abandoned or we want to have some level of control over the “inevitable” failure that seems to be coming. We want to regulate the pain and suffering we’re experiencing on the road to the promise, so we create scenarios and situations where it seems “impossible” to do anything other than stop or quit or fail.

On this episode of the Positioned to Prosper podcast, I’m sharing three little lies we tell ourselves that are sure signs of self-sabotage. I’ll then share practical strategies for breaking the cycle so you can stop throwing your own self under the bus to get back to making progress on your God-given assignment. Sound good? If so, grab your Bible, your journal and a pen, and . . . Let’s Go!

WANT TO GRAB AHOLD OF ONE OF THE RESOURCES OR TOOLS I MENTION IN THIS EPISODE? I’ve got a number of tools to help you navigate the journey to your promise while not losing hope or momentum. Check out the most popular ones below:
• Four Questions Prayer Template: ericapyle.com/4questions.
• Thought Exchange Worksheet: ericapyle.com/thoughts.

SCRIPTURE REFERENCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

2 Corinthians 9:6-8
The point is this: whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows bountifully will also reap bountifully. Each one must give as he has decided in his heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. And God is able to make all grace abound to you, so that having all sufficiency in all things at all times, you may abound in every good work.

Deuteronomy 28:8a (NKJV)
The Lord will command the blessing on you in your storehouses and in all to which you set your hand.

LINKS TO RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

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Erica co-leads a local church alongside her husband, Doug, in Tampa, Florida called REVIVE Church of Tampa. You can visit the church’s website for more information about who we are, what we believe and how we show up as the Church in the heart of West Tampa and beyond.

REVIVE Church of Tampa

REVIVE Church of Tampa streams service live on Sunday mornings at 11am ET. You can find that livestream on our church Facebook page:

Live Service – Sundays at 11am ET

If you’re interested in joining the online campus of REVIVE Church of Tampa, you are welcome to join our community group on Facebook where we offer weekly discussion around the Friday and Sunday messages as well as discipleship Zoom groups and the opportunity to host others in your home as you stream services. You can find us here:

The ROCC: REVIVE Online Campus Community

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About this podcast:

Welcome to the Positioned to Prosper Podcast with Erica Pyle, where we dive deep into Biblical mindsets, strategies, and inspiration to help you thrive in every area of your life. Whether it’s faith, health, relationships, finances, business, or ministry, Erica’s here to equip you with the tools you need to get unstuck, overcome overwhelm, and avoid burnout as you pursue your purpose with intention.

Join Erica, co-lead pastor of REVIVE Church of Tampa, and founder/lead mentor of The Jesus Girl Gang, an online, group coaching mentorship for Christian women with a pioneering spirit, as she shares powerful teachings, practical advice, and pivotal strategies for breakthrough living without compromising on the things that matter most to you. With over 13 years of experience in pastoral ministry alongside her husband Doug, Erica brings a wealth of knowledge and a passionate heart for helping you live out God’s best for your life.

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