Welcome to the Hope Unlocked podcast . I'm your host , kristen Kurtz , and I'm also the founder of New Wings Coaching . I help and empower wildhearted and adventurous women of faith feeling caged and stuck , unlock their true purpose and potential , break free from limitations and thrive with confidence , courage and hope . If you're curious to learn more about coaching with me , head to newwingscoachingnet and be sure to explore the show notes for ways to connect with me further . Get ready to dive in as we uncover empowering keys and insights in this episode . So tune in and let's unlock hope together . Welcome to the Hope Unlocked podcast . I'm Kristen Kurtz , your host .
Speaker 1Today I'll be talking about something that's close to my heart unlocking the unique calling that God has placed in each of us . It's a journey of discovering , embracing and ultimately releasing the gifts we were created to share with the world . If you're feeling like you're meant for more but don't quite know how to get there , this episode is definitely for you . First , I want to talk about the truth of God's calling . He didn't create any two of us exactly alike , and that's because he has a unique purpose for each of us . It's like each of us carries a piece of his heart to bring to the world . Jeremiah 1.5 says before I formed you in the womb , I knew you Before you were born . I set you apart . Think about that . Each of us has been set apart with something special to contribute .
Speaker 1But here's the thing there's too many women who aren't fully aware of what their unique gifts even are , and that's a big reason so many are left feeling unfulfilled . There are two common struggles I see all the time . First , many women simply don't know what makes them unique . They're so used to caring for others or following expectations that they haven't had a chance to discover what sets them apart . And then there's the other side . Some women do know their gifts , but fear keeps them from releasing those fully , whether it's fear of failure , fear of judgment or fear of standing out . It's as if they're holding the keys to their own freedom but are afraid to use it .
Speaker 1One of the biggest traps we can fall into is what I call the easy path . So many of us are handed a blueprint or an easy to follow plan and think if I just follow this , everything will work out . But the truth is , following someone else's plan is like trying to fit into shoes that weren't made for you . It can be exhausting and frustrating , like being on a hamster wheel , always running but not moving forward in purpose . There are countless good ideas , strategies and dreams out there , but if they're not God's calling for you , they will never feel quite right . We can get so caught up in building someone else's dream that we miss the chance to walk out the one he specifically designed just for us .
Speaker 1So how do we step into true freedom ? It starts with aligning ourselves with our unique calling . When we get into alignment with where God is leading us , we find a freedom that can't be found anywhere else , and that's where I come in . I like to think of myself as a locksmith , someone who helps you open up the treasures within . I'm here to help you find those keys to uncover what's inside you that's been waiting to be released , because when you start to walk in your calling , it's not just freedom for you , it's freedom for the people who are waiting to be impacted by you , the ones only you can reach .
Speaker 1So , as we wrap up today's episode , I want to leave you with a challenge . Take a moment to ask yourself if you're walking in your true calling . Are you letting fear or the easy path keep you in a cage ? Remember , god has placed something extraordinary in you . Someone is waiting on the gift you have to offer . So if you're ready to unlock what's been holding you back , let's connect . This is the work I'm called to helping you discover and release the gifts God has put in you so that you can live fully , freely and walk with purpose . So thank you for joining me on this short episode of Hope Unlocked . I look forward to walking alongside you as you step into all that God has for you . Until next time , remember your calling is unique , it's precious and the world needs it . Thank you .