Discovering, developing and speaking about supernatural success is often an uncomfortable subject in Christian conversations. That’s why this topic will be part of a series of discussions and hopefully interviews.

In fact, I sometimes say half jokingly that it feels almost taboo. Many believers have been taught, directly or indirectly, that thinking about success can appear prideful, self-seeking, or self-serving.

After all, we are called to lay aside our flesh and take up our cross. But what if this hesitation around success is one of those subtle lies that keeps us ineffective?

What if it quietly traps us in a form of false humility that prevents us from fully stepping into the assignment God has given us? Scripture gives us an interesting contrast.

Humanity once sought unity around pride, declaring, “Let us build for ourselves and make a name.”Genesis 11:4

Jesus says something very different: “I will build my church.” Matthew 16

The issue is not about staying small or avoiding growth. The real question is a heart matter whether we are seeking wisdom about the assignment and understanding our individual roles in building God’s kingdom.

We cannot afford to get trapped in the cycle of building ourselves, our reputation, or our personal brand. At the same time, we also cannot waste time limiting what Christ desires to do in us, through us, and ultimately for His glory.

Supernatural success is not about self-promotion. It is about alignment. When our purpose aligns with God’s assignment, success becomes something far greater than personal achievement. It becomes faithful participation in the work Christ Himself is building.

I’m reading a new book (When God Interrupts Your Plans With His Purpose, by Dr. Sally Smale) that’s giving me opportunities to build conversations around the importance of discovering and pursuing our purpose. In fact, this was the first assignment that helped me understand my personal mission.

My next assignment is building my personal charter. This stage is a purposeful inventory of understanding my core values look like. Sunday, my pastor asked a tough question in the sermon: “Who are we glorifying?” This needs some reflection.

Prayed Up🙏 Penny C.