Don’t Stay Silent: What God Taught Me About Obedience (Esther 4:14 + Seeking First the Kingdom)

Have you ever felt afraid to speak, step out, or fully obey what God is asking of you?In this episode, I share what God revealed to me through Esther 4:14—and the part of the verse I’ve always overlooked—about obedience, fear, and what happens when we stay silent.This week’s “spoonfuls of honey” led me back to the book of Esther, where God gently but clearly convicted my heart:👉 If you don’t step in, He will raise someone else.That truth both challenged and stirred something deeper in me…Because I don’t want to miss what God is inviting me into.And I don’t want you to either.In this episode, we talk about:✨ What Esther 4:14 really means (beyond “for such a time as this”)✨ How to overcome fear and step into obedience✨ Why God’s purposes will prevail—with or without us✨ How to seek first the Kingdom of God in your everyday life✨ Practical ways to hear God’s voice through listening prayer✨ How to notice God moving through your “spoonfuls of honey”If you’ve been:Feeling hesitant to share your faithUnsure if you’re hearing God clearlyStuck in fear or overthinkingOr longing to live more intentionally with God…This episode will meet you right where you are 🤍🎧 Resources mentioned:Conversations with God Devotional (learn listening prayer step-by-step) available in Hard Copy or Downloadable PDFUpcoming Women’s Retreat (deep dive into seeking God first + spiritual rhythms)✨ Next Step:Take a moment today and ask:“God, what are You up to—and how can I join You in that?”Then listen.If this episode encouraged you, make sure to follow the podcast and leave a review—it helps more women grow closer to God in their everyday lives.Connect with Hala:Website: spoonfulsofhoneycoaching.comInstagram: @halasahlmanTikTok: @halasahlman