Just Do You, and Let God’s Calling Shine.

I was scrolling through Pinterest the other day, lost in a sea of ideas and inspiration. Oh, how I love Pinterest! It’s like a treasure chest of creativity, filled with things I want to do “one day” or dreams I want to bring to life in my home. Thanks to algorithms, my feed is often filled with Christian posts and blogs. As I scrolled through, I had a realization: my writing is so different from what I see there.

I don’t write “Top 5 Tips to Walk a Christian Life” or give deep dives into the Greek and Hebrew meanings behind Scripture. I don’t offer organized advice or steps in a polished format, though I respect those who do. Instead, I’m here to expose myself: I don’t fit the mold of what I thought a Christian was “supposed” to be. Growing up, I had this pristine image in my mind of someone perfectly polished and put together, always ready to share a word of encouragement with a smile. But the reality? I carry extra weight. Most days, I don’t wear makeup. My hair? Well, let’s just say it’s often a “work in progress.”

I don’t have a carefully crafted schedule or a slick brand style. It’s just me, showing up with whatever I have in that moment. When the Holy Spirit speaks, I don’t wait to fine-tune or perfect my words. I write, and I hit publish. And I don’t need a flawless plan or fancy aesthetic to make it “worthy.” What I do have is a willing heart and a God who keeps showing up, reminding me that He is more than enough to fill in every gap.

In the body of Christ, we each have unique callings. Some are gifted to reach parents, others passionately preach the gospel, and some bring prophetic words. We need every voice, every calling, because each one of us has a unique part in His story. And really, we are all part of one voice—God’s voice speaking life and truth into specific lives at the exact time they need to hear it.

And here’s where I think many of us get caught up: comparison. We get hung up on the idea that we’re not enough. “I’m not knowledgeable enough,” “I can’t quote the entire Bible off the top of my head,” “I’m not strong enough,” “I don’t fit the look,” “I’m not organized,” “I don’t have people to help me.” And then there’s the ever-present “What if I get negative feedback?” We look at others and think, “If only I could be like that, then maybe I’d be ready to step into my calling.”

But here’s the truth I’m holding onto: God didn’t make us to be anyone else. We don’t need more copies; we need each unique voice, each different expression, to reach the hearts God intended. I don’t have to have it all together. You don’t have to be perfect. All we need is a willing heart, a readiness to show up just as we are, and God will do the rest.

It takes courage to be unapologetic about our calling, to walk boldly in the work God gave us. But when we do, we give others permission to embrace their callings too. We show them that being “enough” isn’t about having it all; it’s about trusting that God will fill in the gaps. It’s about showing up honestly, knowing He will use every piece of us—even the parts we might think don’t measure up—to speak life into others.

So if you’re feeling called to something that doesn’t fit the mold, know that God made you that way for a reason. He made you to reach people only you can reach, with a voice only you can carry. Let’s lean into that with bravery. Let’s embrace our calling, letting go of comparison, and trust that God will bring us to those specific hearts who need what we have to give.

The body of Christ is magnificent and unique. Every voice matters. So let’s be bold and stand firm in what God has called us to do, trusting that He will work through us, just as we are.

“So in Christ we, though many, form one body, and each member belongs to all the others. We have different gifts, according to the grace given to each of us. If your gift is prophesying, then prophesy in accordance with your faith; if it is serving, then serve; if it is teaching, then teach; if it is to encourage, then give encouragement; if it is giving, then give generously; if it is to lead, do it diligently; if it is to show mercy, do it cheerfully.” – Romans 12:5-8 (NIV)

Love Sarah x.

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