83. Q&A: How can I Feel Confident in God when I was never Encouraged Growing Up?

Welcome to Curious for Christ Q&A! Today, we’re answering a powerful question: “How can I feel confident in God when I was never encouraged the way I needed growing up?”If you struggled with a lack of encouragement or love growing up, you may question your ability to feel confident in God. But the good news is—God can restore what was missing and build a confidence in us that isn’t tied to our past but rooted in Him.1. How Our Upbringing Shapes Us• Our childhood shapes how we see ourselves and relate to God.• Proverbs 22:6 reminds us that patterns learned early in life stick with us: “Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old, he will not depart from it.”• These patterns can affect how we trust God and feel about ourselves.2. God’s Truth Rewrites Our Story• God’s truth is greater than the story shaped by our upbringing.• Psalm 27:10 – “Though my father and mother forsake me, the Lord will receive me.”• Romans 12:2 – “Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.”• Healing and confidence come when we allow God to reshape our hearts and minds.3. How to Build Confidence in God1. Recognize the Lies – Identify the false beliefs from your past.2. Recognize God at Work – See where God is moving in your life (Philippians 1:6).3. Replace Lies with God’s Truth – Meditate on Scriptures that affirm your worth in Him (Isaiah 43:1).4. Take Small Faith Steps – Confidence grows through action (James 2:17).5. Surround Yourself with Encouragers – Find people who reinforce God’s truth in your life.Closing Encouragement:• You are not bound by your past.• Isaiah 41:10 – “Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”Call to Action:If this episode resonated with you, take time to reflect, pray, and step into the confidence God is building in you. Share this episode with someone who needs encouragement.See you next week!Thanks for listening! Your support means the world. Join our Curious for Christ Facebook Group and become an Insider for weekly inspiration and encouragement on your faith journey. Want to go deeper? Let's connect—set up a FREE Discovery Call today. See you next time!