God-Sized Dreams & the Church: Overcoming Perfectionism to Step Into Your Calling

In this episode of Priorities on Purpose, Melissa Batt shares a powerful conversation with a former coaching client about what the church is truly meant to be—a place for the broken, the hurting, and those who don’t feel like they have it all together. They talk about the tension between perfectionism and authenticity, how judgment inside the church can push people away, and why the body of Christ is called to be more like a hospital than a showcase for “perfect” Christians. Melissa also shares how chasing a God-sized dream doesn’t always mean taking a giant leap. Sometimes the first step is as simple as opening your home, inviting someone to sit on the floor, or starting a Bible study in an unexpected place. Those small, faithful steps break through perfectionism and help us walk in the calling God has placed on our lives. If you’ve ever struggled with perfectionism, wrestled with insecurities, or wondered how to take the next step toward your God-given purpose—this episode will encourage you to stop waiting for perfect conditions and start walking it out in faith. Key Takeaways: [00:02] – What the Church Is Meant to Be Why the church should look more like a hospital for the broken than a stage for perfection. [03:15] – The Trap of Perfectionism & Judgment How facades and judgment can keep people from finding the hope of Jesus. [06:40] – Celebrate Recovery & Authentic Community What 12-step programs can teach us about honesty, healing, and being real in church. [09:30] – Taking Small Steps Toward God-Sized Dreams Why your calling doesn’t start with a perfect plan—it begins with one step of obedience, even if it looks messy. [10:30] – Final Encouragement God isn’t asking for your perfection—just your surrendered yes. Feeling stuck in perfectionism, fear, or insecurity? You don’t have to stay there. Let’s talk it through in an Unstuck Session—a one-time, 1:1 call designed to help you get clarity and take your next step forward in faith.  Connect with Melissa: Website: melissabatt.com Instagram: @melissabattofficial