THE OBSTACLE OF INSECURITY

                       Exodus 3:1-8, 10-11

  Introduction:

        A.  Moses feels inadequate about the ministry God has given him.  V10-11

        B.  Do you ever feel inadequate about an opportunity?.

        C.  Let's think about the feelings of insecurity.

   I.  What causes someone to feel insecure?  There are many reasons, but here are a few.

        A.  Being reared in an insecure environment.

        B.  A broken relationship.

        C.  A failure.

        D.  Not receiving positive feedback.

  II.  There are adverse effects of insecurity.

        A.  A fear of failure.  Exodus 3:10,13

        B.  Indecisiveness.  Exodus 3: 11,13; 4:1,10

        C.  The lack of a faith relationship with God.

III.  How do we overcome feelings of insecurity?

        A.  We must acknowledge our feelings of insecurity.

        B.  We must determine to overcome insecurity.  Phil. 4:13

        C.  We must focus on God and His word.  I Samuel 17:24-28; 40-49.

 

Conclusion:

        A.  Is there something that God wants you to do, but you're holding back?  II Timothy 1:7;

             Romans 8:15.  Is this true or false?

        B.  God is waiting for you!!  I Samuel 17: 45,47