Here’s my February book drawing opportunity featuring a fabulous book by Erica Wiggenhorn titled, Letting God Be Enough: Why Striving Keeps You Stuck and How Surrender Sets You Free.
Erica Wiggenhorn
The details for the drawing are below. (THE DRAWING IS NOW CLOSED). Keep reading and enjoy this excerpt from Erica’s book.
When You Question Whether You Are Enough
by Erica Wiggenhorn
Watching my son play soccer ranks as one of my favorite weekend activities. Now that he is a teenager, the games require much more skill and strategy than in years prior. His team wins when they play wisely and employ skills possessed through many hours of practice. Mama Bear gets pretty passionate on the sidelines encouraging the team. I’ve been dubbed the Team Cheerleader who rallies the other parents to chime in with me. We often bellow, “You’ve got this boys! You can do it! Don’t give up! You know what to do!”
This all sounds well and good and everyone needs encouragement, but sometimes in life, we just “ain’t got it.” We face circumstances and seasons where we know we are only going to be able to make it through by the grace of God.
This is when fear sets in, because we cannot rely on ourselves. We are realistic about our inability to be enough in our current situation. We look within ourselves and unequivocally know we just don’t have the power to eradicate cancer, equip a loved one to overcome an addiction, put the prodigal on the path back home, or look into the future with certainty of the outcome we so desperately desire. We can’t do it and we don’t know what to do. We are inadequate.
God never asked Moses to consider himself or his abilities.
God implored Moses in Exodus 3:14 to consider who He is: “I AM WHO I AM.”
God never tried to convince Moses that he had what it took to get the job done. He never reminded him how he had received the finest education in the ancient world. He didn’t replay the scene when Moses single-handedly drove away a crowd of shepherds, coming to the rescue of Jethro’s daughters. God never mentioned one single attribute of either Moses’ skills, life experiences, or character.
God simply asked Moses to believe Him. Our God is able to make good on His promises and be good on our behalf. His very Name “I AM WHO I AM” promises this. This Name means the God Who creates and the God Who enters into relationship. He holds all of the outcomes in His Almighty Hand and every circumstance we face is an invitation to more deeply understand His character.
Unfortunately, Moses responded to God’s invitation to believe Him by responding in ways that revealed his heart: “Am I enough?”
Everyone else may think you’ve got it together. But like Moses, inside you’re asking, “Am I enough?” No matter how good we look to others, the nagging voice of self-doubt is hard to shake. We ask questions like:
- If people really knew how I felt about myself, would they still accept me?
- Will I be rejected when I can’t perform?
- Do I have what it takes to withstand this new season, circumstance or assignment?
- Can I pull this off?
- What if I fail?
Are you enough? Of course not! But wait till you see what happens when you put yourself in the hands of the God who says, I AM. TWEET THAT!!!!!
As we rest in our identity that we are chosen, called and equipped by our loving heavenly Father, our own fear of inadequacy becomes enveloped within His mighty arms of grace. We will never be adequate in and of ourselves. But I AM will always be enough. He’s got this.
Thank you, Erica, for sharing such important truths which lead us to freedom.
In this powerful book, Erica draws from the story of Moses, the greatest self-doubter of the Bible and will show us how self-doubt is tied closely to self-reliance. Erica writes, “It’s only when you cast yourself on God that you find the true source of strength Are you enough?”
To enter the drawing for Erica’s book, make a comment on this blog post. The drawing will end Saturday, February 12, 2022. Only USA addresses can win. UPDATE: Jennifer is the winner of Erica’s book. Congratulations, Jennifer!
ERICA WIGGENHORN is the author of several in-depth Bibles studies including Unexplainable Jesus: Rediscovering the God You Thought You Knew. Her newest book Letting God Be Enough just released. Erica loves to teach God’s Word through conferences, seminars and retreats, and as a monthly faith blogger on Crosswalk.com. She lives in Phoenix with her husband and two children. For more information about Erica’s latest book along with access to a free 7 Day Devotional on Letting God Be Enough visit www.EricaWiggenhorn.com/Books
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I can’t wait to read it!
I’m so glad you entered the drawing, Angie. Thanks for stopping by.
What a great example showing Moses’ doubts regarding his ability to address the Israelite’s. It will be a great encouragement to read.
Thank you, Linda!
Hi Linda, thanks so much for entering the drawing. Don’t we all just love studying Moses, no matter how many times? I know we will be blessed to read Erica’s book.
What a great example showing Moses’ doubts regarding his ability to address the Israelite’s. It will be a great encouragement to read.
This is something I need to read. Struggling with this right now
I”m so glad you put your name into the drawing, Christen. Thanks for sharing your struggle with us so that we can support you in prayer.
I think many many women struggle with this! That is why I felt compelled to write this book! ❤️
Thank you, Linda!
Yay, Angie!!
Hi Kathy,
Yes and yes! I am waiting on God right now to release us from a very stressful situation.
Hugs,
Mona
Oh, Mona, thank you for sharing your burden with us. “Lord God Almighty, according to your wise will, please release Mona of this stressful situation. Give her wisdom and direction for representing you in her responses. Strengthen her faith to continue believing you know her as your daughter and love her. In Jesus’s Name, Amen.”
I’ve entered your name in the drawing.
Mona- praying and asking God to show Himself mighty on your behalf!
You comment about Moses and his abilities resonated- I’m reading through Exodus now. Would love to read your book
Hi Marilyn, how fun to think you are already studying Exodus. I know Erica’s book will enhance your study. She is a great Bible teacher. I’ve put your name into the drawing.
Marilyn- that is so great that you are already diving deep into Exodus already!
It is so hard not to compare how you compare and just concentrate on being the best you can be…regardless how it stacks up against others. You words bring comfort to those who are doubting and wondering if they are enough.
How true, Linda. I think we start comparing very early in life and it becomes a pretty strong habit. Thanks for entering the drawing.
I’m going through a very rough season in my life right now and need to surrender to my faith. That is challenging for me. This book would really be an inspiration for me as I struggle with the question, “can I kept going?”
Kim, I’m so sorry to hear of the rough season. Those times are especially hard to surrender and not strive and control. My heart is with you. Lord, Please strengthen Kim in this difficult season. I’ve put your name into the drawing.
Dearest Kim, I am so sorry you are walking through such a difficult season right now. I pray you can find strength in God to carry you through! He will never leave you and is always right beside you when you felt alone and weary 🙏🏻
Thank you, Linda! It is so hard not to compare- especially when we live in a culture that revolves around competition and comparing! Thank you for your encouragement!
This book sounds interesting and one that I would like to read.
Thanks for entering the drawing, Margaret. God bless.
Can’t wait to read this book
Thanks, Amber, for commenting. You are in the drawing.
I’m going through a lot of grief right now – lost my husband of 46 years last May. Feeling like I’m not equipped to deal with everything without him. God has been so good. But this sounds like something I could really use right now. God bless you.
Oh, Donna, we are saddened to hear of your loss. 46 years together! Although we rejoice in your long life together, it also means having no one you can depend upon like you had. I can’t imagine losing Larry. I’m sure I can’t even comprehend now what support I take for granted. Thank you for entering the drawing. I hope Erica book’s will strengthen you whether you win it or purchase it.
Dearest Donna, I am so deeply sorry for your loss of your precious husband. I cannot imagine the sadness! Prayers for comfort over you tonight that only God can give 💕🙏🏻
I’m so excited to read this book and to share it with our Woman’s Bible Study group! Thank You for this chance to win a copy of your book.
What a great idea, Angela! Yes, I hope everyone will share with others about Erica’s wonderful book. I’ve put your name into the drawing.
Angela, I love that you are part of a women’s Bible study! The format of Letting God Be Enough is perfect for a group study!
Sounds like a great book. Being vulnerable enough to admit we are not enough, and we can’t do it on our own, opens the doorway for God to use us for His glory. May God bless and use this book!
So true, Darlene. We must first recognize our neediness. I’ve put your name into the drawing!
Darlene! Yes and amen! 🙌🏻
Such a wonderful reminder! How we all need to stop striving and surrender to God’s working in our lives. I’d love to receive this book and give it a positive review!
Thank you, Becky, for supporting Erica’s book. It is worthwhile to be talked about. And I’m glad you know the value of reviews. It helps us authors so much. I’ve put your name into the drawing.
Indeed, Becky! Let God be God- He’s really good at it 😉 And thank you for mentioning a review😄 Nothing shows an author love like your willingness to write a review!
Wow!! This book looks and sounds simply amazing. I’m especially interested in reading what it has to say about those of us who don’t think very highly of ourselves.
Yes, Raven, self-image is one of the major themes of several in Erica’s book. And since we all struggle to some degree with accurate self-assessment (and leave out recognizing our value in Christ), Erica’s book is for everyone. I’ve put your name into the drawing. Thanks for stopping by.
Oh Raven, I cannot tell you how often I have wrestled with those thoughts and tried to silence them in my own strength! They are a lie from the enemy of our souls! I think this book would really help guide you through Scripture to understand how valuable you are to God!
Wow! This is a topic that I feel everyone can relate to! We all feel inadequate at some point in our lives, and by relying on the power of God’s love is the most satisfying thing one can experience! If you don’t feel adequate, then you haven’t fully opened your mind, heart, and soul, to accept the love that God is so willing to give. God does not make mistakes, and He did not make a mistake when he made each and every one of us. All of God’s creatures are beautiful, and by living for Him, you are adequate for Him!
Thank you, Jennifer, and those truths are exactly what Erica’s book is about. How wonderful that so many are seeing the need like you are to share such needed understanding, especially since we all feel inadequate to some degree at different times and seasons. So thank you and I’ve added your name to the drawing list.
Jennifer- i love how you said that God’s love makes us adequate! Indeed it does!
Congratulations, Jennifer!!!!! You are the winner of the drawing. I will connect you by email with Erica. If you like to write reviews on Amazon, I hope you’ll consider doing that for Erica’s wonderful book. Thanks again for entering the drawing and stopping by.
That is amazing!!! How blessed I am! I can’t wait to read it and share with others! In the world today, there is never a time that the Lord hasn’t brought me through even the darkest of days. May God be with you both!
It seems like everywhere I read, it is pointing me to the story of Moses. I would love to win this book to guide me.
How we all thank God for Him using Moses’s life and story in our lives. So many lessons! And Erica is an outstanding Bible teacher. I always use her works for my personal study. So thank you Sheila for your interest and entering the drawing.
I love it when God does that, Sheila! Making it so clear to us that He is shining a spotlight on a part of Scripture to which He is pointing us toward! May you hear His leading loud and clear, dear one!