Raise your hand if you've ever felt unqualified. Imposter syndrome? I've got something for you, then.
I think imposter syndrome is rampant. I have it. And honestly, there are few people who I've talked to who haven't struggled with it, at least at some point. It's the idea that you are just faking it. You aren't really qualified. That you're a fraud. And that you'll be found out.
Sound familiar?
I heard something yesterday that helped me with imposter syndrome. I think it might help you. The little nugget is found in the biblical book of Judges. Maybe you've heard of Gideon? If so, you've heard bout his "brave 300" and about how he led a small militia and defeated a huge army.
But there's something at the beginning of his story that doesn't get a lot of attention. I know, this is a little "Bible-ey" but just give it a minute.
In the beginning of Gideon's story, an angel appears to tell Gideon that he's been chosen to lead a rebellion against Israel's oppressors. Gideon's response is basica…
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