Facing My Fear: The Courage to Be Authentic

Here’s something I wish someone told me sooner: Fear doesn’t disappear just because you believe in Jesus. 

Sometimes the most courageous thing you can do is stop pretending you're fine. 

I spent years managing an image. I wanted to be seen as the guy who had it all together - in business, in ministry, in family. But under the surface? I was often exhausted, insecure, and wondering if I was enough.

The turning point wasn’t dramatic. It was me, in a quiet moment, realizing I was tired of performing and polishing. I just wanted to be honest. 

The moment I let myself say things like: 

• "I don't know." 
• "I'm struggling." 
• "I need help." 

Something broke loose. 

Authenticity is scary, but it's where freedom starts. 

You can’t lead people while hiding from them. You can’t grow if you're protecting your mask. You can’t disciple others if you're afraid to go first. 

Jesus didn’t fake it. He wept. He got tired. He prayed with agony. And He showed us the way. 

If you feel afraid to be real - you’re not weak. You’re right on the edge of breakthrough. 



"But we have this treasure in jars of clay to show that this all-surpassing power is from God and not from us." (2 Cor. 4:7) 

Courage isn’t loud. Sometimes it sounds like a whisper: "Here I am. All of me."