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Overcoming Doubts.

Author: Jefferson O Imgbi

Date: Sunday, June 08, 2025

Key Bible Verse: "Lord, I believe; help thou mine unbelief."            
—  Mark 9:24 

The Series Subtitle: Overcoming Doubts. Part 1 

Affirmation: "I am no longer ruled by doubt. I choose to believe, even when I do not fully understand. My faith is growing, my mind is steady, and my heart is secure."

The Sure Word for Today

Day 1: Identifying the Roots of Doubt – Where the Battle Begins

Doubt rarely appears without cause. Genesis 3:1 shows the first instance of doubt when the serpent asks Eve, "Yea, hath God said…?" That question planted uncertainty. Doubt often begins with subtle thoughts, past disappointments, unanswered prayers, or painful experiences that erode trust. Before you can overcome doubt, you must understand its origins. When you trace the roots, you can confront the lies.

Doubt often grows in silence. When fears, questions, or disappointments go unspoken, they fester. You begin to question God's timing, His promises, or even your worth. But recognising this is not failure—it is the first step to healing. God is not intimidated by your questions. He invites you to bring them into the light. Ignoring doubt gives it power. Exposing it breaks that power.

Today, take a bold first step. Acknowledge your doubts—not with shame, but with honesty. Ask: Where did this start? What am I afraid of? What lie have I believed? Once identified, you can begin replacing it with truth. You cannot defeat what you refuse to define.

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Connect

Think back to a time when doubt crept in quietly. Maybe through disappointment, betrayal, or delay. That moment created a fracture in your belief. But that was not the end. Recognising the moment it started gives you the authority to confront and uproot it now.

Extend

In scripture, even great men and women of God wrestled with doubt. Thomas questioned the resurrection. Elijah, after a great victory, asked God to take his life. John the Baptist sent word to Jesus, asking, "Are you the one?" Doubt does not disqualify you—it is part of the journey. What matters is what you do with it.

Reflection And Application

Write down one area where you are struggling with doubt. Then trace it: What event, experience, or voice triggered it? Pray honestly about it. This is not a weakness—it is a sign of warfare. You are identifying the root so you can uproot it.

Inspirational Quote by Jefferson O Imgbi

"Doubt grows in silence but dies in truth. The moment you name it, you begin to reclaim your confidence."

Inspirational Quote Video and Audio

Let Us Pray

May God bless your heart with clarity so that you can see where doubt has crept in. May He bring to light every hidden fear, every buried lie, and every root that chokes your belief. Let His truth begin to heal what doubt has damaged, and may your spirit rise with fresh awareness and strength. In Jesus' name, Amen.

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Here are the links to some of our YouTube Playlist:

Mental Health Conditions          Inspirational Quotes by Jefferson      Mental Illness and Recovery

A Final Thought with Jefferson   The Sure Word Audio and Video Blog Post    Living with Purpose
 
Overcoming Adversity                Faith and Despair               Inspiration for Uncertain Times

Words of Encouragement          The Bible Verse of the Day    Spiritual Motivation

Covid-19 & Coronavirus            Strength and Bravery          Conflicts And Resolution

Personal and Spiritual Growth    Time Management               The Sure Word Capsule
                 
Marriage and Relationship