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Behind the Mic: The Question I Keep Asking Myself as a Faith based Creator

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What happens when the drive for excellence becomes a prison of perfectionism? When the fear of failure outweighs the joy of creating? When you desperately want to connect with your audience but find yourself building walls instead of bridges?
Today's episode takes you behind the scenes of what it truly means to create faith-focused content while wrestling with the very human struggles of self-doubt, perfectionism, and the constant tension between calling and craft. This isn't a polished theological talk or a strategic how-to guide—it's a raw, vulnerable exploration of the inner landscape every creator navigates, especially those who feel the weight of representing their faith through their work.
I'm opening up about the persistent question that haunts many of us: "Am I enough?" This isn't just about simple insecurity—it's about stewardship, integrity, and the deep desire to live a life that aligns with the message we share. We'll explore how the pursuit of flawlessness often robs us of the very connection we seek to create, and how God often works most powerfully through our limitations, not despite them.
Whether you're a fellow creator struggling to reconcile your human limitations with your divine calling, or simply someone trying to live authentically in a world that demands perfection, this conversation offers a liberating truth: faithfulness matters more than flawlessness. Your worth isn't tied to your performance. The messy, unpolished parts of your story might be exactly what someone else needs to hear.
Join me for this heartfelt journey as we discover together that God meets us in our vulnerability, not to shame us, but to shape us into people who create from a place of grace rather than fear. If you've ever felt trapped by your own high standards or wondered if your work truly matters, this episode is for you.

I would love to hear from you!

Support the show

For listeners looking to deepen their engagement with the topics discussed, visit our website or check out our devotionals and poetry on Amazon, with all proceeds supporting The New York School of The Bible at Calvary Baptist Church. Stay connected and enriched on your spiritual path with us!

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Chapters

1. Pulling Back the Curtain (00:00:00)

2. The Tension Between Calling and Craft (00:03:52)

3. Perfectionism's Prison (00:07:27)

4. Wrestling with Self-Worth and Authenticity (00:11:20)

5. Breaking Through Creative Constraints (00:17:03)

6. The Pastoral Heart Behind Content (00:24:00)

7. Faithfulness Over Flawlessness (00:31:08)

8. Closing Prayer and Invitation (00:35:47)

83 episodes

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Manage episode 498184357 series 3526305
Content provided by Javier M. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Javier M or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

What happens when the drive for excellence becomes a prison of perfectionism? When the fear of failure outweighs the joy of creating? When you desperately want to connect with your audience but find yourself building walls instead of bridges?
Today's episode takes you behind the scenes of what it truly means to create faith-focused content while wrestling with the very human struggles of self-doubt, perfectionism, and the constant tension between calling and craft. This isn't a polished theological talk or a strategic how-to guide—it's a raw, vulnerable exploration of the inner landscape every creator navigates, especially those who feel the weight of representing their faith through their work.
I'm opening up about the persistent question that haunts many of us: "Am I enough?" This isn't just about simple insecurity—it's about stewardship, integrity, and the deep desire to live a life that aligns with the message we share. We'll explore how the pursuit of flawlessness often robs us of the very connection we seek to create, and how God often works most powerfully through our limitations, not despite them.
Whether you're a fellow creator struggling to reconcile your human limitations with your divine calling, or simply someone trying to live authentically in a world that demands perfection, this conversation offers a liberating truth: faithfulness matters more than flawlessness. Your worth isn't tied to your performance. The messy, unpolished parts of your story might be exactly what someone else needs to hear.
Join me for this heartfelt journey as we discover together that God meets us in our vulnerability, not to shame us, but to shape us into people who create from a place of grace rather than fear. If you've ever felt trapped by your own high standards or wondered if your work truly matters, this episode is for you.

I would love to hear from you!

Support the show

For listeners looking to deepen their engagement with the topics discussed, visit our website or check out our devotionals and poetry on Amazon, with all proceeds supporting The New York School of The Bible at Calvary Baptist Church. Stay connected and enriched on your spiritual path with us!

  continue reading

Chapters

1. Pulling Back the Curtain (00:00:00)

2. The Tension Between Calling and Craft (00:03:52)

3. Perfectionism's Prison (00:07:27)

4. Wrestling with Self-Worth and Authenticity (00:11:20)

5. Breaking Through Creative Constraints (00:17:03)

6. The Pastoral Heart Behind Content (00:24:00)

7. Faithfulness Over Flawlessness (00:31:08)

8. Closing Prayer and Invitation (00:35:47)

83 episodes

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