Is Fear Calling The Shots?
Fear is sneaky. It doesn’t always show up as panic or trembling hands — sometimes it looks like endless busyness, putting things off until “Monday,” or not moving forward until everything feels perfect.
In this episode of Dreamers to Doers, Sarah Birkbeck, Carolina Flores, and Taylor Quintini open up about how fear disguises itself and how it quietly influences our daily decisions. More importantly, they share how God’s perfect love and obedience break the cycle and set us free.
Core Insights
Fear wears disguises. Procrastination, perfectionism, and even busyness often have fear at the root.
Behind every lie is a fear. And behind every fear is an idol — often self-reliance.
Fear immobilizes and torments. It keeps us stuck in indecision, unable to move forward.
God is our stronghold. Psalm 27 reminds us: The Lord is my light and my salvation — whom shall I fear?
Freedom comes through obedience. Choosing to obey God’s leading — even when it feels scary — is the antidote to fear.
Practical Takeaways
Name your fears and bring them into the light — they lose power when exposed.
Replace fear with gratitude and worship — your brain literally can’t hold both at once.
Rest in God’s sufficiency — trust that He opens doors in His timing.
Remember: obedience is better than sacrifice. Freedom often looks like simply saying yes.
Doers Challenge
This week, sit down with your journal and take inventory: where is fear calling the shots in your life? Write them down, name them, and then ask God to replace fear with His peace and direction.
Join the Conversation
What’s one fear you’ve recognized as calling the shots in your life? How has God been teaching you to walk in freedom? Share your story in the comments — your honesty may set someone else free.
Closing Encouragement
Fear will always try to have the final word — but God’s perfect love casts it out. When He becomes your stronghold, you can walk forward in peace, courage, and obedience.