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Along the journey of achieving our dreams and visions, we oftentimes sabotage ourselves by making unnecessary excuses. I believe that somewhere deep down, we make excuses out of fear, self-doubt, and lack of preparation.

I might even be bold enough to say that an excuse easily converts to an obstacle. It’s just something that gets in the way of our destiny.

Now, I won’t be insensitive — I understand that sometimes excuses are out of our control. But what about those times where you are in total control? What about those times when God gives you an open door and you run the other way due to fear?

Maybe your goal this year was to lose weight and get in shape. But you say, “oh, I just don’t have the strength and determination like I used to…” Or maybe your goal is to become debt free, but you say “There’s no way I can cut back, I just can’t stick to my budget.” Well, I dare you to seek out exercises that are within your reach. Discover ways to save money.

You see, in order to rise higher, you’ve got to be determined. Any challenge that you set out to take on, there will always be a period of discomfort. There will always be a trial that seems to discourage you. It may not always be easy, but it’s definitely worth it!

The good news is that God is perfecting those things which concern you! God is in the blessing business! The scripture says that we can go to Him and ask what we want and He will provide. All you have to do is stay in faith!

Instead of making excuses, make declarations! No matter how difficult it gets, know that you can do all things through Christ which strengthens you. Don’t fall prey to excuses.

Anything you set out to do, if you want it bad enough, you can accomplish it. If you can believe it then you can achieve it. Take a step out on faith and God will carry you the rest of the way! Today, defy all excuses and watch your dreams come to pass as you charge forth on your journey of life.

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