Daughter of God, someone needs to hear your story.
Overcoming Fear to Share Your Story
Maybe you’re scared. Maybe you don’t know where to start. Maybe your local church hasn’t provided the opportunity for you to share your testimony. Let me encourage you: your story matters, and it can glorify God while helping someone else find freedom.
I remember the first time I stood in front of my local church and shared my testimony. I was so nervous and unsure of what would come out. I was afraid of the faces staring back at me and what people might think or say. But before that moment, I had prepared with intense prayer and fasting. I sought advice from ministers on how to structure my testimony and received feedback as I was in ministerial training at the time. With only 20 minutes to introduce myself, recognize my family, and share my story, I stepped up trembling in my heels. That night, God was glorified.
Letting God Use Your Testimony
The enemy wants to silence us as God’s daughters, keeping us quiet and isolated from community. But what if we decide to stand and say, “No more”? What if we rise out of fear and share our truths so that God may be glorified and another sister set free from bondage because of our courage?
Structuring Your Story
It’s okay to talk about your life before Christ. Or maybe you’ve been in church your whole life. Share that too! Talk about what you’ve come to understand, like how your theology of God might have been influenced by man rather than His Word. Share how you came to Christ and what life has been like since. Be open about the challenges you still face today, and don’t shy away from both the positives and negatives. Sharing your faith story isn’t about delivering a sermon—though it may have similarities. You can use a foundational scripture to guide your testimony, or simply share your story as it is.
Reflecting on Key Moments
As you prepare to share, ask God to remind you of key events: turning points, moments of truth, disasters, failures, or victories—those life-shaping experiences that led you to Christ. Share the highs and lows. Be honest about where God was in those moments. Did you notice His presence, or did you struggle to see Him? Reflect on what God taught you in those moments and how He redeemed you or your situation.
People want to see your journey—the victories and how you’ve overcome. Your faith story is about sharing where you were and the role God played in it all. It allows others to see your journey and opens their eyes to see God in their own lives.
The Purpose of Your Testimony
Romans 8:28 says, “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to His purpose.”
Our faith stories should always be shared to bring God glory. As you wrap up your story, share where you are right now. Be truthful. If you’re struggling, say that. If you’re thriving, say that. If you’re somewhere in between, say that too. Authenticity is key. Be real. People relate to the real you—your personality, emotions, and feelings. Open your heart and be vulnerable, but always use wisdom. If you have areas of struggle, ask for prayer or support.
Testimonies Beyond the Church
Try to keep your story in chronological order if possible, but don’t limit yourself to just church experiences. You can talk about family, your professional journey, or real-world situations—however God leads you. Don’t put your story in a box.
I’ve learned to lay down my appearance and squeaky-clean “Sunday image,” because people don’t want the made-up version of me. Not even God wants that. People appreciate my true testimonies—not just the ones from 1985 but the current ones I share often, whether in one-on-one conversations, Bible studies, or when I’m called to preach.
I pray that what I model is what you will deliver as you boldly share your faith story.
If you’re looking for guidance and practical tools to help you prepare and share your testimony, check out our Training Guide: Preparing and Sharing Your Faith Story. This resource is designed to equip you with everything you need to share your story with confidence and purpose.
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