5 Things I Stopped Doing as a Christian Woman: How God Transformed My Life!

Have you ever considered that your struggles might be part of God’s perfect plan to strengthen and guide you? In this episode, I’m sharing 5 powerful shifts I made as a Christian woman that completely transformed my life. Together, we’ll explore scripture, real-life stories, and lessons that reveal God’s goodness in every step!

 In the first part of this series, I shared the first two life-changing lessons God has taught me. Now, in Part 2, I’m excited to unpack the remaining five. These lessons have transformed my walk with Christ, and I pray they’ll bless and encourage you in yours.

So, grab your favorite coffee or tea, settle in, and let’s dive into these powerful truths!

WARNING! This is just a glimpse of the Godly goodness this Podcast and Video share. Listen to this Episode or Watch the Live Recording on YouTube.

 *To recap I included Lessons 1 and 2! Epsidoe 236 is the first part and you can listen to it HERE.

 Lessons Only God Can Teach and The  Things I Stopped Doing Because He Transformed Me! 

Lesson 1: See God Writing Your Story Where you start is not where you have to finish.

I stopped believing the lie that I am my past and started believing in faith that God is writing my story and He has a perfect plan for me! 

Maybe today is the day to look up from your past and draw a line in the sand. Say, “That is who I was, but I’m moving forward with God today. He is going to do a NEW THING!”

Isaiah 43:18 reminds us: “Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing!”

Picture yourself turning the pages of your past and opening a fresh, blank page. Give yourself the chance to believe with hopeful expectation. Have confidence in God that allows you to “fail your way to success,” knowing He is with you every step of the way.

“Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us,and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, 2 looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.” Hebrews 12:1-2 

Lesson 2: God Alone Defines You! Other People’s Opinions Are Not Your Truth

I stopped allowing anyone but God to define me. His Word is my truth!

In today’s culture, you often hear people talking about “their truth.” It’s become a common phrase: “This is my truth.”But as Christians, we don’t measure ourselves by someone else’s truth—or even care what it is, to be honest. Our truth comes from God alone. Amen?

Take a moment to ask yourself:

• Is the way I see myself influenced by anything other than who God says I am?
• Who or what is defining how I think about myself, my worth, and whether I go after my God-given dreams?

The answer should always be Jesus. Only He has the authority to define you.

“Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to Him, and He will make your paths straight.” – Proverbs 3:5-6

Lesson 3: Even if No One Else Believes in You, God Does

I stopped seeking validation from others and started standing firm in God’s truth about who I am.

Navigating toxic relationships and rejection is one of the hardest things we face. When the world’s approval feels out of reach, remember this: God’s approval is all you need.

God believes in you, even when others don’t. He sees your heart, your struggles, and your potential. Rejecting worldly validation and standing firm in His truth frees you to grow into who He created you to be.

“For the LORD will be your confidence and will keep your foot from being caught.” – Proverbs 3:26

Lesson 4: Living Under God’s Principle of Stewardship

I stopped treating what I have as mine alone and started seeing everything I’m given as God’s gift to manage for His glory.

We are not owners but stewards of the gifts God has given us. This includes our bodies, time, finances, and relationships. When we live as faithful stewards, we align with God’s will and experience His blessings in profound ways.

Ask yourself: Am I using my resources to honor God? Am I prioritizing Him in my daily decisions? Living under this principle is not restrictive—it’s freeing.

"Every good and perfect gift is from above." James 1:17

Lesson 5: Comparison Is a Tool of the Devil to Weaken You

I stopped comparing my journey to others and started embracing the unique purpose God has for my life.

Comparison steals our joy, drains our energy, and shifts our focus from God to others.

The truth is, you are uniquely created, called, and equipped for a purpose that no one else can fulfill. Lean into your identity in Christ, not the false narratives comparison whispers.

“For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.” – Ephesians 2:10

Lesson 6: Mindset—Your Mind Is the Battlefield

I stopped allowing negative thoughts to control me and started renewing my mind daily with God’s Word.

The smallest place to live is in your own head. Your thoughts can either draw you closer to God or pull you further away from Him.

The enemy loves to attack our minds, but we have the power to renew them through God’s Word. Be intentional about what you consume, think, and believe. Guard your mind—it’s the foundation of your faith journey.

“Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.” – Romans 12:2

Lesson 7: God Does Not Fail—Trust His Timing and Show Up Consistently

I stopped rushing ahead of God’s plans and started trusting His perfect timing, showing up in faith every day.

God’s plans are always better than ours, even when we can’t see it in the moment.

Choosing faith over fear and trusting His perfect timing requires surrender. Keep showing up, even when it’s hard. God is never late, and He is always faithful.

“For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.” – Jeremiah 29:11

A Prayer for Growth and Reflection

Dear God,

Thank You for being the source of every lesson, every blessing, and every bit of growth in our lives. Your faithfulness is unwavering, and Your Word lights our path, even in the darkest times. Today, I ask You to open the hearts of those reading this, that they may hear Your voice and feel Your presence as they reflect on these lessons.

Lord, help us to:

• Trust Your perfect timing when we’re tempted to take control.

• Renew our minds daily with Your truth and resist the lies of the enemy.

• Release the weight of comparison and embrace the unique calling You’ve placed on our lives.

• Live as faithful stewards of all You’ve entrusted to us.

• Remember that even when the world rejects us, You are always for us.

Lord, as we reflect on all seven lessons You’ve given, remind us of the first two that started this journey:

• To see You writing our story – reminding us that where we start is not where we have to finish.
• That You alone define us – not people’s opinions of us!

Father, I pray that these lessons will not just touch hearts but transform lives. May each listener or viewer feel Your guidance and encouragement as they press into these truths.

I highly encourage everyone reading this to listen to the full podcast episode or watch the live recording on YouTube to receive the complete message and the deeper insights You’ve inspired me to share. Let the words spoken bring glory to You and draw each person closer to Your perfect will.

In Jesus’ name, Amen.

These Lessons Are A Gift to Carry Forward

These lessons are not just truths I’ve learned—they’re gifts from God that have shaped me, grown me, and reminded me of His faithfulness.

As you reflect on these lessons, I encourage you to ask God which ones resonate most deeply with you. He may have a specific purpose for bringing one (or all!) of them to your attention.

Thank you for being part of this journey with me. May these lessons be a blessing in your life as they have been in mine.

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