There is always that inner voice that reminds you of who you are. It reminds you of your decisions, your promises, and the habits you owe yourself ❤️
When you consistently fail to keep the promises you’ve made to yourself, self-doubt and low self-esteem begin to set in. It often starts with simple commitments—some call them New Year resolutions, others call them personal goals. Whatever name you give them, what truly matters is your willingness to honour those promises ❤️
In Romans 7:22–25, Apostle Paul cried out to God about this internal struggle to do what is right:
“For I delight in the law of God in my inner being, but I see another law at work in me, waging war against the law of my mind… What a wretched man I am! Who will rescue me from this body of death? Thanks be to God, who delivers me through Jesus Christ our Lord!” ❤️
This passage gives us a clear picture of what inner conflict looks like—knowing what to do, yet struggling to do it ❤️
This Easter season reminds us of the resurrection of Jesus Christ—a powerful symbol of renewal and transformation ❤️
In that spirit, here are five things you should practise every day to become all you are destined to be:
1️⃣ Do not allow excuses to stop you.
For everything you desire, there will always be an excuse or opposing opinion. Sometimes, these excuses come disguised as advice or fear wrapped in comfort. Remember, growth does not happen in conformity—it happens through commitment. You must let go of who you are now to become who you desire ❤️
2️⃣ Keep every promise you make to yourself.
If you decide to wake up at 5am, do it—no excuses. Be realistic with your commitments so you can build consistency. This is how people develop the confidence to say, “If I decide to do it, I will do it.” It comes from years of honouring small promises ❤️
3️⃣ Do not allow people to live rent-free in your mind.
Many people cannot act without someone else’s approval. There comes a time when you must make your own decisions, because you know what is best for you. Seek counsel if needed, ask questions, learn—but in the end, the decision is yours ❤️
4️⃣ Do not wait for perfection before you begin.
As Thomas Aquinas said, “If the highest aim of a captain were to preserve his ship, he would keep it in port forever.” Risk is part of life. Move with intention, learn as you go, and take action. There is no better time than now ❤️
5️⃣ Pray and commit everything into God’s hands.
Pray as you work, because faith without action is incomplete. Trust God, but also take responsibility ❤️
As you celebrate Easter, don’t be carried away only by the physical festivities. Let this season mark a turning point in your life ❤️
Rise above excuses, self-doubt, fear, and the opinions of others. Work quietly, consistently, and patiently ❤️
Do not fail yourself. Be mindful of the promises you make to yourself—because they never forget ❤️
I remain your friend and brother,
Maazi Onuora Obodoechi ❤️
Pen it down. 