I Thought I’d Be Further By Now… But God Took the Stairs

Episode Overview

Have you ever whispered to yourself:

“I thought I’d be further by now…”?

This episode is for anyone who’s wrestled with disappointment, delay, comparison, slow progress, or quiet confusion about God’s timing.

We unpack Philippians 3:13–14 through a powerful metaphor:

What if the elevator to your next season is out of order… on purpose?
What if God didn’t deny you progress...
He just chose the stairs so your character could keep up with your calling?

This episode isn’t just inspiration, it’s strategy for those who feel stuck between prophecy and progress.

 Scripture Foundation

Philippians 3:13–14 (NIV)

“…forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead,
I press on toward the goal to win the prize
for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.”

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 Key Takeaways

• Your delay doesn’t mean denial, it may mean development.
• God’s pace is not punishment; it’s preparation.
• The stairs don’t feel exciting… but they lead to real strength.
• Comparison kills clarity — your race has its own route.
• What God is building in you is often greater than what He’s building through you.

Who This Episode Is For

• Leaders who feel “behind schedule”
• Creatives & entrepreneurs tired of guessing their next move
• Believers wrestling with silent seasons or unanswered prayers
• Anyone stuck between prophecy and progress

 Resources Mentioned

• Scripture: Philippians 3:13–14
• Framework: “Stairs vs. Elevator Seasons”
• Quote to write down:
• “God didn’t slow you down to punish you,
  He slowed you down so your roots could hold the weight of your future.”

 

Your Next Step

Before you scroll away — choose one:

1. Download the free eBook
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3. Share this episode with a friend who feels “behind”

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“Which step of the stairs are you on?”
I’ll reply with a framework to help you keep climbing.

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