The Two Most Poweful Words

Do you know the two most powerful words in your life?

Two little words that consists of only six letters and two syllables.

These two words have the power to absolutely shut you down in fear. You may unwillingly slip into a life of mediocrity at the thought of them. You may never fall in love again, be happy, feel secure in your work and relationships, or enjoy life because of the two words.

Tragically enough, you don't even have to utter the words out loud, just the thought of them holds power over you. 

On the flip side, these two words can absolutely propel you into a life of freedom. Your life may seemingly be free of limitations at the thought of them. You may be able to find your true love, experience joy, feel secure, and enjoy life because of these two words.

Those two little words: What if...

You know what it looks like. You think:

What if I interview for the job and don't get it? So you don't get the job because you didn't interview.

What if I ask her out and she says no? Rejection sucks, so you keep your mouth shut.

What if I ask them to come to church with me? They'll think I'm a closed minded Christian.

What if I'm able to get that client? And it changes everything.

What if she says yes? And now I have a godly girl to spend the rest of my life with.

What are your "what ifs"?

These two words are so powerful, because they cause some people to dream and act, while others they cause stagnation or to move backwards. I'm not promoting the power of positive thinking like the Secret. You know, envision yourself with that pink bike with the banana seat, bell, and streamers and before you know it you'll be cruising down street the envy of the neighborhood?

But the first battle that is always fought is with yourself.

I have found myself thinking a lot of "what ifs" lately. Some of those "what ifs" are positive and gets me excited. They make me move forward with my dreams. Focus and intensity overcomes me and I'm able to work. Other "what ifs" though are negative and are counteractive. They are a wellspring of bitterness and make me want to play it safe. When I think about these "what ifs" I find myself watching a lot T.V., unengaged with my family, and wasting a lot of time on the iPhone. Worse yet is the feeling I get at night, when I realize 24 hours were wasted because of two little words that shouldn't hold any power over my life.

Everyone is a "what if" person. You may have a more positive disposition when it comes to your "what ifs" or you may tend to be more negatively. Coming up next is what to do with your what ifs.

Please pass the gravy to someone else!

Question:
Are your "what ifs" propelling your forward or holding you back? Feel free to share.