How To Overcome Fear (Business Devo)

Episode 17 of the The Biz Devo with Kenneth Ott podcast, hosted by Kenneth Ott, titled "How To Overcome Fear (Business Devo)" was published on November 10, 2023 and runs 25 minutes.

November 10, 2023 ·25m · The Biz Devo with Kenneth Ott

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Scripture Reference:Psalm 46Psalm 46 is a bold incantation of courage for whenever challenges or fear arise - speak empowering truth into your circumstances.SummaryIn this business devotional, we explore how to harness Psalm 46 as a powerful incantation to build our faith when facing difficult circumstances.First, we discuss the importance of speaking truth and biblical facts aloud into our situations - even if we don't feel courageous. Declaring God's promises despite our feelings can reframe our perspective.Next, we recommend keeping a "Wins Journal" to recall times when God showed up in the past. Remembering His faithfulness builds confidence to weather current storms.We also cover the need to pause and see the facts clearly whenever challenges arise. Reacting in haste from a place of fear leads to poor decisions. But calmly assessing the reality leads to breakthroughs.Finally, we examine how trials force us to cultivate perseverance and push past self-imposed limits. With an adjustment in mindset, we can see challenges as opportunities for growth.Above all, we're encouraged to use Psalm 46 as a bold statement of faith - stirring our hearts with kingdom truths when hardship comes. God is our refuge and strength!Top 3 Growth TipsDeclare empowering truths aloud - Even if you don't feel courageous, speak biblical facts and promises into your circumstance. This shifts your perspective. [4:33]Keep a Wins Journal - Note times God has shown up in the past. Remembering His faithfulness builds confidence for current challenges. [7:22]Pause and assess the facts - Don't react in haste and fear. Slow down, see the reality clearly, then make decisions. [17:44]For more tips, discussion, and behind the scenes:Follow us on Instagram @GrowtimeShowWatch us on YouTubeAbout Ken Ott:Kenneth Ott is an owner of multiple businesses, entrepreneur, husband, father, and Christian leader. Ken is the co-Founder of Metacake, an Ecommerce Growth Team and Dough Capital. Ken is an author, speaker, and business coach. To connect or learn more, visit:KenOtt.comKen on LinkedInKen on Twitter/XKen on InstagramKen on FacebookMetacake - An Ecommerce Growth TeamDough - We own amazing DTC brandsShow Highlights[00:41] The power of our words to shape our perspective and results[4:33] Speak truth even if you don't feel it to build courage[7:22] Recording past wins builds confidence in God's faithfulness[11:22] Having proper perspective helps us face trials[17:44] Pausing to see the facts clearly leads to better decisions[23:11] Challenges help us grow in perseverance and push past perceived limits[28:22] God allows trials to help us, like a father disciplines his child

Episode Description

Scripture Reference:

Psalm 46

Psalm 46 is a bold incantation of courage for whenever challenges or fear arise - speak empowering truth into your circumstances.

Summary

In this business devotional, we explore how to harness Psalm 46 as a powerful incantation to build our faith when facing difficult circumstances.

First, we discuss the importance of speaking truth and biblical facts aloud into our situations - even if we don't feel courageous. Declaring God's promises despite our feelings can reframe our perspective.

Next, we recommend keeping a "Wins Journal" to recall times when God showed up in the past. Remembering His faithfulness builds confidence to weather current storms.

We also cover the need to pause and see the facts clearly whenever challenges arise. Reacting in haste from a place of fear leads to poor decisions. But calmly assessing the reality leads to breakthroughs.

Finally, we examine how trials force us to cultivate perseverance and push past self-imposed limits. With an adjustment in mindset, we can see challenges as opportunities for growth.

Above all, we're encouraged to use Psalm 46 as a bold statement of faith - stirring our hearts with kingdom truths when hardship comes. God is our refuge and strength!

Top 3 Growth Tips

Declare empowering truths aloud - Even if you don't feel courageous, speak biblical facts and promises into your circumstance. This shifts your perspective. [4:33]
Keep a Wins Journal - Note times God has shown up in the past. Remembering His faithfulness builds confidence for current challenges. [7:22]
Pause and assess the facts - Don't react in haste and fear. Slow down, see the reality clearly, then make decisions. [17:44]

For more tips, discussion, and behind the scenes:

Follow us on Instagram @GrowtimeShow
Watch us on YouTube

About Ken Ott:

Kenneth Ott is an owner of multiple businesses, entrepreneur, husband, father, and Christian leader. Ken is the co-Founder of Metacake, an Ecommerce Growth Team and Dough Capital. Ken is an author, speaker, and business coach. To connect or learn more, visit:

Show Highlights

[00:41] The power of our words to shape our perspective and results

[4:33] Speak truth even if you don't feel it to build courage

[7:22] Recording past wins builds confidence in God's faithfulness

[11:22] Having proper perspective helps us face trials

[17:44] Pausing to see the facts clearly leads to better decisions

[23:11] Challenges help us grow in perseverance and push past perceived limits

[28:22] God allows trials to help us, like a father disciplines his child