S3E35 - Do It Afraid

This week, McKay takes listeners on a journey centered around courage and faith in the face of fear. Through his examination of some truly inspiring stories, he reminds us that having faith in ourselves, our loved ones, and a higher purpose can empower us to conquer fear and accomplish the extraordinary - to ‘do it afraid’.

As McKay reflects upon these journeys in which individuals confront daunting challenges that test their mettle and belief in a brighter future, it becomes evident that fear and faith cannot coexist harmoniously. However, by choosing faith and persevering through fear, individuals can unlock remarkable potential in their lives. Quoting St. Augustine, McKay notes that "Faith is to believe what you do not see; the reward of faith is to see what you have believed." Join our host here today, and learn to embrace this faith, dispel the doubt, and enjoy the reward of understanding that you can do it afraid and find your own path to success.

Episode Highlights:

• Janine's story and how courage isn't the absence of fear but the victory over it
• Peter's journey on the stormy sea and the concept of moving forward despite fear and adversity
• Marin's family's unwavering faith on the Oregon Trail showcasing faith as a potent force to conquer fear and achieve miracles
• The idea that faith and fear cannot coexist harmoniously
• Embracing faith in yourselves, loved ones, and a higher purpose
• How having faith can empower us to dispel doubt and accomplish the extraordinary
• Confronting challenges head-on, regardless of fear
• The transformative potential of faith

Quotes:

"I still feel fear, yet I am not afraid."

"Courageous people do what they believe in their hearts they should do, no matter how they feel or what kind of doubt and fearful thoughts fill their minds."

"Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind."

"Of all the liars in the world, the worst are our own fears."

“Love casts out fear, but fear casts out love. This means that when we give into our fears, we love less, we care less, we place fear at the top of our priority list.”

“Have faith in your decisions. Don't let fear keep you from them, and finish what you started, and place your faith in what you love.”

Links:

https://www.mckaychristensen.org/