Bold Steps with Dr. Mark Jobe Throw it Off -- Part 2
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Oct 29, 2025 Feeling discouraged? Discover how to cast off that weight and keep growing spiritually. Focus on Jesus to avoid disappointment, and understand that trials shape your character for God's glory. The pain you're experiencing can actually lead to maturity, not punishment. Hear a powerful transformation story of someone moving from gang life to church leadership. Remember, your struggles can have purpose, so strengthen yourself and keep moving forward!
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Keep Your Focus On Jesus
- Fix your eyes on Jesus rather than people, institutions, or leaders to avoid disillusionment.
- Rely on Jesus as the author and perfecter of your faith because human leaders will inevitably disappoint.
Remove Spiritual Baggage Now
- Do throw off hindrances and sins the Holy Spirit convicts you about so they don't tire you down or disqualify you from the race.
- Repent and remove those habits now because carrying them will wear out your faith.
Discouragement Steals Courage
- Discouragement is the enemy's chief tool because it removes courage and saps energy for spiritual struggle.
- Losing heart clouds vision and makes ordinary tasks feel like major efforts, undermining faithfulness.
