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When God Calls You to Speak Up: Obedience, Courage, and Counting the Cost [Summer Throwback]
In this powerful summer throwback episode of Priorities on Purpose, Christian Life Coach Melissa Batt shares her personal journey of learning to speak up—even when it’s uncomfortable, costly, or feels completely out of character.
God-sized dreams often require God-sized courage. But what if the first step isn’t starting something new… it’s using your voice in small, obedient ways? Melissa opens up about the fears she had to overcome (hello insecurity, fear of judgment, and people-pleasing), the spiral of silence that holds so many women back, and the reminder that not speaking up can actually become a sin of omission.
She also shares a humbling real-life moment where she got it wrong—and what God showed her through it.
If you’ve ever felt like you were meant for more but stayed silent because of fear, doubt, or discomfort, this episode will remind you that your voice matters—and your obedience is part of the breakthrough.
Key Takeaways:
[00:02] - Speaking Up When It’s Scary
Melissa reflects on the first time she felt God telling her to speak up—and why it terrified her.
[02:58] - Fear of Being Seen & Judged
Why using your voice often feels risky, especially for those who’ve been overlooked or wounded.
[05:10] - The Spiral of Silence
How silence can unintentionally normalize things that go against truth, and what it means to break that cycle.
[07:21] - You Are Worthy of the Calling
Encouragement for the woman who doesn’t believe her voice matters (spoiler: it does).
[13:24] - From Small Acts to Big Obedience
Melissa shares how the early steps of obedience gave her courage to speak up in much harder situations later.
[14:12] - When Silence Becomes a Sin
Scriptural reminders (James 4:17, 1 John 4) of what God expects from us when using our voice.
[18:50] - Counting the Cost & Preparing for the Call
The importance of positioning yourself to obey God, even when the stakes are high.
[21:09] - Why Melissa Left Direct Sales
The behind-the-scenes story of leaving her successful business to pursue a heavier calling.
[22:25] - When Speaking Up Goes Too Far
A vulnerable moment of conviction and real talk about the fine line between boldness and drama.
[26:42] - Speak Up. Let It Out. Be Stripped.
Melissa shares a journal entry outlining three key seasons God led her through: using her voice, releasing emotions, and shedding false identity.
Could your voice be the very thing that brings breakthrough? Find out what’s holding you back by taking this free quiz:
melissabatt.com/unstuck-quiz
Learn more about 1-on-1 coaching here:
melissabatt.com/breakthrough-coaching
Connect with Melissa:
Website: melissabatt.com
Instagram: @melissabattofficial
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By Melissa Batt-Christian Life Coach
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In this powerful summer throwback episode of Priorities on Purpose, Christian Life Coach Melissa Batt shares her personal journey of learning to speak up—even when it’s uncomfortable, costly, or feels completely out of character.
God-sized dreams often require God-sized courage. But what if the first step isn’t starting something new… it’s using your voice in small, obedient ways? Melissa opens up about the fears she had to overcome (hello insecurity, fear of judgment, and people-pleasing), the spiral of silence that holds so many women back, and the reminder that not speaking up can actually become a sin of omission.
She also shares a humbling real-life moment where she got it wrong—and what God showed her through it.
If you’ve ever felt like you were meant for more but stayed silent because of fear, doubt, or discomfort, this episode will remind you that your voice matters—and your obedience is part of the breakthrough.
Key Takeaways:
[00:02] - Speaking Up When It’s Scary
Melissa reflects on the first time she felt God telling her to speak up—and why it terrified her.
[02:58] - Fear of Being Seen & Judged
Why using your voice often feels risky, especially for those who’ve been overlooked or wounded.
[05:10] - The Spiral of Silence
How silence can unintentionally normalize things that go against truth, and what it means to break that cycle.
[07:21] - You Are Worthy of the Calling
Encouragement for the woman who doesn’t believe her voice matters (spoiler: it does).
[13:24] - From Small Acts to Big Obedience
Melissa shares how the early steps of obedience gave her courage to speak up in much harder situations later.
[14:12] - When Silence Becomes a Sin
Scriptural reminders (James 4:17, 1 John 4) of what God expects from us when using our voice.
[18:50] - Counting the Cost & Preparing for the Call
The importance of positioning yourself to obey God, even when the stakes are high.
[21:09] - Why Melissa Left Direct Sales
The behind-the-scenes story of leaving her successful business to pursue a heavier calling.
[22:25] - When Speaking Up Goes Too Far
A vulnerable moment of conviction and real talk about the fine line between boldness and drama.
[26:42] - Speak Up. Let It Out. Be Stripped.
Melissa shares a journal entry outlining three key seasons God led her through: using her voice, releasing emotions, and shedding false identity.
Could your voice be the very thing that brings breakthrough? Find out what’s holding you back by taking this free quiz:
melissabatt.com/unstuck-quiz
Learn more about 1-on-1 coaching here:
melissabatt.com/breakthrough-coaching
Connect with Melissa:
Website: melissabatt.com
Instagram: @melissabattofficial
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