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How to Overcome Your Shortcomings. 

Author: Jefferson O. Imgbi

Date: Tuesday, August 19, 2025

Key Bible Verse: "And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me."  
— 2 Corinthians 12:9

The Series Subtitle: How to Overcome Your Shortcomings. Part 3 

Affirmation: "I am not defined by my flaws. God’s strength is working through my weakness, shaping me into who I am meant to be."

The Sure Word for Today

Day  3: Replace Excuses with Action

Excuses keep you stuck. They allow you to justify inaction, blame circumstances, and avoid responsibility. But the truth is that every excuse you make builds another wall between you and your growth. When you stop defending your weaknesses and start addressing them, you step into the place where real change happens. God has given you the ability to make progress, but He will not do the work for you; your obedience and action are required.

The difference between someone who grows and someone who remains the same is not in opportunity but in decision. You must choose to replace self-pity with self-discipline, fear with faith, and delay with decisive steps. Small, consistent action will do more for your future than grand plans that never leave your mind.

When you act, you break the power of hesitation. You send a message to yourself and to the world that you are serious about your calling. Progress may be slow at first, but movement in the right direction will always lead to transformation.

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Connect

Reflect on one area of your life where you have been making excuses instead of taking action. Identify the reason behind the excuse and replace it with one concrete step you can take today.

Extend

Consider that your breakthrough may be on the other side of the action you have been avoiding. Every time you choose action over excuses, you dismantle the barriers holding you back.

Reflection And Application

Where have you been waiting for the “perfect moment” to act? What can you do today, no matter how small, that will move you forward? Write it down and commit to it.

Inspirational Quote by Jefferson O Imgbi

"Excuses build walls; action builds bridges. Stop defending your limitations and start building your future."

Inspirational Quote Video and Audio

Let Us Pray

Lord, give me the courage to take action where I have been making excuses. Help me to move forward with faith, discipline, and purpose. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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Mental Health Conditions          Inspirational Quotes by Jefferson      Mental Illness and Recovery

A Final Thought with Jefferson   The Sure Word Audio and Video Blog Post    Living with Purpose
 
Overcoming Adversity                Faith and Despair               Inspiration for Uncertain Times

Words of Encouragement          The Bible Verse of the Day    Spiritual Motivation

Covid-19 & Coronavirus            Strength and Bravery          Conflicts And Resolution

Personal and Spiritual Growth    Time Management               The Sure Word Capsule
                 
Marriage and Relationship