WHAT’S HOLDING YOU BACK?

Have you ever felt like you were made for more—but something keeps pulling you back?
Have you ever looked around and thought, “Why do I feel stuck? Why do I feel empty, even when I have everything I thought I wanted?”

Maybe it’s the pressure to prove yourself.
Maybe it’s the fear of failure.
Maybe it’s the weight of past mistakes that you can’t seem to shake.

We live in a world that tells us success, recognition, and control are what give life meaning.
But what if real freedom isn’t found in what you gain—but in what you’re willing to let go of?

ARE YOU CARRYING TOO MUCH?

There’s a passage that says:

“Who may climb the mountain of the Lord? Who may stand in His presence? The one who has clean hands and a pure heart, who does not trust in idols or swear by false gods.” (Psalm 24:3-4)

In other words—not just anyone can step into something greater.

It’s not about being perfect.
It’s not about having it all figured out.
It’s about being willing to let go of the things that are holding you back.

Maybe it’s the past.
Maybe it’s bitterness.
Maybe it’s the need for control.

If you want something new, you can’t keep holding onto the old.

THE POWER OF LETTING GO

Some people go their whole lives chasing more.

More money.
More success.
More validation.

But the problem isn’t the pursuit—it’s why you’re chasing it.

There’s a story of a man who had everything—wealth, status, respect—but he still felt empty.
So, he asked Jesus, “What do I need to do to have real life?”

Jesus told him:

“If you want to be whole, go sell what you have and give to the poor, and you’ll have treasure in heaven. Then, follow Me.” (Matthew 19:21, paraphrased)

And the man walked away sad.

Not because he didn’t want something greater.
But because he wasn’t willing to let go of what was holding him back.

He wanted a new life—but he didn’t want to leave the old one behind.

WHAT’S HOLDING YOU BACK?

If you’re feeling stuck, if you’re wondering why you can’t seem to move forward—ask yourself:

What am I afraid to let go of?
What am I clinging to that’s actually keeping me from growth?
Am I chasing things that matter—or just things that make me look successful?

Sometimes, the thing we’re holding onto is the very thing that’s holding us back.

Maybe you’re holding onto a relationship that’s draining you.
Maybe you’re holding onto the need to prove yourself to people who don’t even care.
Maybe you’re holding onto guilt from the past—things you’ve done, things you regret.

But here’s the truth:

“With people, this is impossible. But with God, all things are possible.” (Matthew 19:26)

The life you want?
The peace you crave?
The freedom you’re looking for?

It’s possible.

But it starts with trusting something bigger than yourself.

THE CHOICE IS YOURS

So today, ask yourself:

What’s stopping me from stepping into something greater?
Am I living for things that actually matter—or just chasing things that will never be enough?
What is ONE thing I need to let go of today?

Write it down.
Say it out loud.
And then—make the decision to move forward.

Because the only thing standing between you and the life you were made for—is what you’re afraid to release.

If you’re ready to let go and step into more, drop a in the comments and declare: “I’m ready for change!” 

Your future is waiting. The choice is yours.