Messy But Motivated

Ep 25 - You Don’t Need Approval For Your Calling

Melinda Season 1 Episode 25

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This week on Messy but Motivated, we’re talking about something every single one of us struggles with: feeling like we need everyone’s approval to walk in our calling.

Because listen… when God calls you to something, not everybody is going to clap for you.

Not everybody is going to understand the shift you’re making.

And some people are going to talk, judge, or straight-up fall off your page when you stop posting what they want and start posting what God put on your heart.

I share my own story of making a huge change on my platforms,  stepping boldly into faith-based content even though I knew some people wouldn’t like it. And guess what?

I did it anyway.

Because at the end of the day, I’m the one who has to live with my purpose, not their opinions.


This episode is your reminder that:

  • Your calling doesn’t need a committee.
  • Your obedience might cost you popularity.
  • And God’s approval is the only approval that actually leads to peace.


If God told you to move, then move.

If He told you to speak, speak.

If He told you to shift, shift.

This is your sign to stop shrinking, stop overthinking, and stop waiting for everyone to “get it.”

Walking in your calling might feel messy…

But trust me — it’s the most motivated you’ll ever be.

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