I recently began a new educational journey. It's something I’ve been considering for a while but only now had the chance to pursue. Several people have asked me how it’s going. Well, I'll answer that by asking you: Have you ever heard of imposter syndrome?
Reading the thoughtful reflections my colleagues are already sharing, I sometimes feel like I’m behind. Maybe even like I don’t really belong.
Do you know that feeling? Many of us do. We’ve all had moments where we felt unprepared, unqualified or unsure of ourselves. And when it comes to faith, we can have those same feelings.
That’s why I love how the letter of Hebrews ends. The entire letter is a call to renewed faith. And it ends with a powerful benediction that reminds us of God’s ongoing work in our lives through Christ. The prayer is that God would “make you complete.” The King James Version says “make you perfect,” but a better sense of the word means to be fully equipped. Made ready for every good work God desires. It’s not about flawless perfection here and now, but about being prepared with everything we need to live faithfully to God's call.
You may not feel ready. That’s okay. You might wonder "Who am I to do this thing for the Lord?" or "How can I live a life of holiness?" Remember, though, that God is the one who makes us complete. The Lord provides the tools, the wisdom and the grace for each step of the journey. God never calls us to a way of life and then leaves us unequipped to follow it.
So, trust what God is doing in you. Pay attention to how God is shaping and remolding your life. And remember you don’t have to live as an imposter. You are a beloved child of God, being made ready.
Stay blessed...john | 
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