@buildwithdeeco: 1️⃣ Identity God strips away who we thought we were so we can discover who we are in Him. Moses questioned himself before God called him to lead. (Exodus 3:11) 2️⃣ Separation God removes you from what’s familiar to prepare you for what’s next. Abraham had to leave his comfort before receiving the promise. (Genesis 12:1) 3️⃣ Testing (Integrity) Your character is tested before God can release you into greater influence. Joseph refused compromise before stepping into promotion. (Genesis 39:9) 4️⃣ Delay (Waiting) It may feel like nothing is happening, but everything is being developed. Waiting is formation, not punishment. (Psalm 40:1) 5️⃣ Refining (Pain & Hardship) God burns away pride and strengthens you through adversity. “I have tried you in the furnace of affliction.” (Isaiah 48:10) 6️⃣ Faith (When Nothing Makes Sense) God leads you into the impossible to grow your trust in Him. “We don’t know what to do, but our eyes are on You.” (2 Chronicles 20:12) 7️⃣ Surrender Before elevation comes a death to our own will. “Not my will but Yours be done.” (Luke 22:42)
