(Un)Qualified
Steven Furtick
17 min
6 Key Points
5 RateWhat's inside?
Explore how your perceived weaknesses can be transformed into strengths, as God uses your imperfections to achieve great things.
You'll learn
1. Turning flaws into superpowers2. Figuring out God's plan when you're feeling unworthy3. Beating self-doubt and feeling good about yourself4. Using faith to tackle life's hurdles5. The role of humility in self-improvement6. Making a difference with your unique story.Key points
01Understanding the Concept of 'Unqualification'
Ever felt like you're not good enough for a task? Like you're a square peg trying to fit into a round hole? You're not alone. This feeling of 'unqualification' is a universal experience. It's not limited to a specific group of people or a particular profession. From the high school student struggling with calculus to the CEO doubting their leadership skills, everyone has felt unqualified at some point. But here's the twist: 'unqualification' isn't necessarily a bad thing. It's like a piece of coal under pressure, which, over time, transforms into a diamond. Similarly, feelings of inadequacy can lead to humility and dependence on a higher power. It's a paradox, but 'unqualification' can actually be a strength, not a weakness. Now, let's take this a step further. Imagine if this feeling of 'unqualification' could be used to accomplish great things. Sounds impossible, right? But that's exactly what happens when we allow God to work through our inadequacies. He doesn't call the qualified; He qualifies the called. This means that our feelings of 'unqualification' can be transformed into strengths. Think about Moses, who felt unqualified to lead the Israelites out of Egypt, or David, who was overlooked by his own father when Samuel was looking for a king. Yet, God used these 'unqualified' individuals to accomplish significant tasks. So, what does this mean for us? It means that we need to embrace our feelings of 'unqualification'. Instead of viewing them as a hindrance, we should see them as a tool that God can use. This acceptance can lead to personal growth and a deeper reliance on God. It's not about being perfect or having all the answers. It's about being open to God's work in our lives, even (and especially) in our areas of weakness. In conclusion, 'unqualification' is not a barrier to success, but a stepping stone. It's a universal experience that can lead to humility and dependence on God. And when we allow God to work through our feelings of 'unqualification', we can accomplish great things. So, the next time you feel unqualified, remember this: God doesn't call the qualified; He qualifies the called. And that includes you.
02How God uses our weaknesses for growth?
Ever felt like you're not good enough? Like you're a square peg trying to fit into a round hole? You're not alone. We all have moments when we feel unqualified or inadequate. But what if I told you that your perceived weaknesses could be your greatest strengths? That's the paradoxical concept at the heart of Steven Furtick's book "(Un)Qualified: How God Uses Broken People to Do Big Things." Unqualification, as Furtick explains, is not about being unskilled or incompetent. It's about feeling inadequate, like you're not up to the task at hand. It's like being a small fish in a big pond, constantly doubting your abilities and worth. But here's the twist: this feeling of unqualification can actually be a strength. It's like a seed that, when planted in the fertile soil of faith, can grow into a mighty tree. Our weaknesses, our flaws, our failures - these are not stumbling blocks but stepping stones. They are opportunities for growth, catalysts for personal transformation. Consider the story of Peter, one of Jesus' disciples. Peter was impulsive and hot-headed, often speaking before thinking. Yet, it was this very flaw that made him a passionate and devoted follower of Jesus. His weakness became his strength, his unqualification his qualification. The Bible is full of examples of God choosing the least likely candidates to carry out His work. Moses was a stutterer, yet he was chosen to lead the Israelites out of Egypt. David was a shepherd boy, yet he was chosen to be a king. Paul was a persecutor of Christians, yet he was chosen to be an apostle. These examples show that God doesn't see our weaknesses as we do. He sees them as potential, as opportunities for His power to shine through. But how do we overcome this feeling of unqualification? The answer lies in faith. Faith in God's ability to use our weaknesses, faith in His plan for us, faith in His love for us. This faith is the key to understanding and accepting the paradoxical nature of unqualification. It's the bridge that connects our feelings of inadequacy with God's power to use us in big ways. So, the next time you feel unqualified or inadequate, remember this: God doesn't call the qualified, He qualifies the called. Your weaknesses, your flaws, your failures - these are not barriers to God's work. They are opportunities for growth, for transformation, for God's power to shine through. So embrace your unqualification. See it not as a weakness, but as a strength. Because in the hands of God, the unqualified can do big things.
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03Embracing Unqualification: A Guide to Trusting in God's Plan
04How God uses our unqualification to shape us?
05Living Unqualified: A Practical Guide
06Conclusion
About Steven Furtick
Steven Furtick is an American pastor, songwriter, and New York Times best-selling author. He is the founder and lead pastor of Elevation Church, based in Charlotte, North Carolina. Furtick is known for his energetic and engaging preaching style.