Over the past few years, God has been shaping me in ways I didn’t fully expect. I used to think spiritual growth was something that happened automatically just because I believed, but I’ve learned it requires intention, discipline, and a willingness to be stretched. God began showing me areas of my life where I was avoiding responsibility, not out of rebellion, but out of fear and comfort. I prayed for growth, and He answered by giving me opportunities to step up instead of step back.