Arise: The Faith of Taking the First Step

Ever wonder if you could really move forward after disappointment or failure?Pastor Barbie invites you into the heart of what it means to respond to God’s invitation to arise, even when self-doubt or the past holds you down. She shares her experiences with seasons of both deep difficulty and surprising joy, reminding us that the journey with God is marked by real questions, lingering shame, and repeated starts.She explores the tension between the accusing voice that says you’ll never measure up and the hopeful voice of God that calls you to get up, not just once, but as many times as it takes. Through vivid retellings of Scripture and her own walk with God, she unpacks what happens when you step away from your comfort zone, face your wounds, and say yes to the next step.If you're feeling sidelined or wrestling with whether you’re disqualified, this episode will show that we all sometimes need more than one touch from God. The call to arise isn’t about performance; it’s about responding to God’s persistent offer of healing and purpose. The story isn’t over—the moment you get up, something new begins.Scriptures ReferencedGenesis 13:17; Joshua 1:2, 3:5; 1 Kings 19:5-7; Psalm 84:6; Matthew 9:6, 14:28; Mark 5:41, 8:22-26; Philippians 1:6Key InsightsGod’s call to arise is an invitation, not shame.Stepping up often precedes clear purpose and open doors.Rest and a second touch from God are holy and precious, not signs of failure.Sight alone isn't enough. We need to have our vision restored to see the way God sees.Key Sections00:00:00 - Wrestling with Shame and CallingWhen calling weighs heavy and setbacks pile on, self-doubt and spiritual nausea set in. Real obedience asks for both accountability and grit.00:03:46 - The Two Voices After a FallEver been immobilized by accusation, feeling both exposed and hopeless? The enemy accuses, but God’s call comes saturated with hope, inviting risky obedience.00:07:46 - What It Means to AriseHours lost to regret and apathy sap our energy. The Hebrew call is not casual—arise punches through inertia, calls you to stand up in defeat, and step toward meaning—again.00:10:22 - Standing Up Before the StepBefore any miracle, before any purpose is revealed, the decision to stand and move is forged in tension and unknowns. Obedience leads, not certainty.https://springhouse.captivate.fm/episode/arise-the-faith-of-taking-the-first-step-Subscribe & Follow the PodcastDownload our appOur WebsiteOnline Tithes & OfferingsJoin our LivestreamGathering TimesSundays, 9:00 AMSundays, 11:00 AMWednesdays, 6:00 PMContact InfoSpringhouse Church14119 Old Nashville HighwaySmyrna TN 37167615-459-3421CCLI License 2070006