"God's Promises When You're Afraid of Failing" with Pastor Rick Warren

The fear of failure is a universal fear-it is often more detrimental than the failure itself. If you never learn how to disarm it, you’ll miss all that God wants to do in your life. In this message in God's Amazing Promises series, Pastor Rick Warren shares four truths to remember and four steps to take so that you can neutralize the fear of failure in your life.
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[@hsetiono]

4 Things To Remember: 1. Everybody fails in many ways 2. No failure is final unless I give up 3. Failure is the path to success if I'm humble & willing to learn from it 4. That no matter what happens, God promises to use it for good in my life 4 Actions To Take: 1. Refuse to compare myself to others 2. Redefine the meaning of failure 3. Refocus on God's love for me & others 4. Replace my fear with faith in Jesus

[@carolinamatubis9606]

Thanks so much Ptr Rick Warren for sharing your thoughts and prayers

[@tanyasahai]

Thank you!

[@Jalen_Milroe]

Thanks lil bro

[@southernbassngyrl]

I was at my weakest today. I thank you for this. God be with us all.

[@jleigh4886]

I am binge-watching Pastor Rick Warren. I am so grateful for this at this time of challenges. Godspeed, everyone. He is with us.

[@jamiekristen8695]

Me too 😊

[@YTforChrist]

Me too...I do needed this...trying to launch a website and many of these on my mind

[@calthomas3]

Well stated j

[@thomasroberts8021]

Me too.

[@ByHisGrace-]

Me too in 2024 😂

[@PeaceFan1]

ALL I want to do is Finish WELL.. Finish the Race WELL for JESUS!!!! HELP Me, LORD!!

[@sophiahess23]

Rick, your preaching has CHANGED my life. Listening to these help me grow my relationship with God, thank you, you’re doing a great job

[@1stBC25]

Same here helped me alot in my ministry

[@Jalen_Milroe]

Same goes for me.

[@gigion1]

Me too never thought I it was possible !!

[@mamamia5468]

Out of Africa I enjoyed Your Cerment at mittnight with great happiness because I see myself in it ! Newer give up have Face in Jesus Christ ! am one of your Lisdener !

[@jeffreymorales2069]

Amen, God is not done with me! I died and came back from drug overdose 4 times, and still he loves me enough to have me alive for him🙌🏽 Thank you God for saving my life!

[@marymurga3941]

God have a plan for your life!!

[@clintonbrooks3611]

When you left this reply, I was in my 1st year of sobriety. Tomorrow is 5yrs. 🎉

[@mackrbzie12]

Listening to Rick Warren's Services has change my life for the better

[@butteheadbuttrack4728]

I needed this encouragement today! Lord Jesus, please destroy the fear of failure in me. Let me serve you with all my abilities, I love you through Jesus Christ our Lord Amen!"

[@RelishThisMoment]

I'll do the best I can with what I have for Jesus Christ today 🎉❤

[@thegoodangel506]

Makes me cry i wish my fear and anxiety go away

[@ainccatolos933]

Perfect love cast out fear ❤️

[@jamesdenton94]

Philippines 4:13

[@willywillo5555]

tears was running down my face before I saw this pastor, Setting in the dark thinking to myself that no one love me but as he said god is not done with you, I felt hopeful please pray for me because am consumed by fear and anger I’m not a bad person just have face a lot of rejection.

[@bravenouvelle]

praying for you

[@sYnTh3t1k666]

Praying for you in Jesus name ♥ God bless you girl ♥

[@wilsonz7438]

Stay strong, God's people care about you

[@juliakim26]

God brought this specific sermon out of hundreds to watch because he knew i needed to watch this to grow more as a woman of God Thank you pastor Rick! You are truly anointed and God uses you as a vessel for his lessons. God Bless you! Amen!

[@rose_yts]

'The opposite of fear is not faith, it's love.' That made me cry x

[@elainecolling7255]

Lord I need to know what you're doing right here for what I should do for you it s important to do things which is why I am to do anything you feel is right for me to do so the realness of my life is a good thing for everything I have so in order i maintain my love for those who don t know what to expect with their lives jesus is our commandant who has never left us but we can rely on our savior for everything we can do all the day long thank God is a great way to make ourselves something special which jesus has done for his children because christ is the super star of my life so he has done so much more than we can ever realize. In this world there s a journey worthwhile living for everything from being stronger and god has more power than anything in this world believe nothing is ever going to be impossible god is our commandant lord i m blessed in every way possible and god s mercy and grace shall belong to us jesus shall always love us forever and forgive us which is the reason why we can claim redemption at the cross FATHER WE SHALL NEVER FORGET THAT SIN WON T EVER AGAIN HAVE A HOLD ON OUR HEARTS BUT WE CAN MAKE IT THROUGH GOD S FORGIVENESS HE S GOT IT ALL TOGETHER BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE WHO LOVE CHRIST ARE HIS BELOVED CHILDREN WHO WON T EVER FAIL NOW IS THE DAY OUR LORD HAS MADE LET S REJOUCE AND BE GLAD IN IT HALLELUJAH JESUS. YA HOO I GIVE YOU HONOR. AND GLORY ELAINE COLLING PHX AZ 😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😍😍😍😍😍😍💗💗💗💗💗💗🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗😍😍😍😍😍

[@vivavanessa8986]

Great advice, Fail often because it helps you discover your talents. Thank you Pastor Rick. God bless you and your family.

[@michelenejames8510]

This is great advise. I receive this truth by the grace of God Amen

[@EmmanuelAAjayi]

A quiter Doesn't Win And A Winner Doesn't Quit.May GOD TEACH US How To Overcome The Fear Of Failure IJN Name.Thanks For A Very Sound And Wise Teaching.

[@joanaching4775]

Thank you Pastor Rick for being so honest and sharing about your own personal fears and period of mental breakdowns . This is a real encouragement to me . God bless you . I'm praying for you . If ever I visit the US and is in your state I will surely look for Saddle Back. My sister in the Lord introduced me to your Daily Hope App. Each morning I listen whilst cooking lunch and breakfast to your daily Devotions. I have learnt so much. The word is brought clearly and in practical ways and examples reinforced by scripture and testimonials .

[@juliabotros]

Pastor. I'm so so so thankful that you've answered His call to do what you do. Your preaching is transforming my mind & strengthening my relationship with God. Thank you

[@moonrei69]

I am just about to start a new phase in my life and keep telling myself recently that I have to brave to do something meaningful and purposeful which I have never done before. This is the message that God intends me to hear. Without faith it is impossible to please God.

[@ariaelle499]

I needed this! 😭🙌🙏 I have a fear of failure in my studies in college. Please pray for me.

[@JessBooth]

Girl I’m with you, I’m afraid that I’m going to fail what god has put in my heart to do in school. I never learned it in high school or my early days in college. I honestly don’t feel like I can do it but I know that I am going to do it. Not by myself of course, with god leading the way is how you and I are gonna get things done. All I know is that god shows out in our lives in ways we never thought nor expected. Don’t you worry, his hand is on your life and will guide you throughout your studies and life. Ask him for wisdom and knowledge. There is an app that you can download that has majority textbooks colleges offer, for free. It’s called OpenStax. I’m going to keep you in my prayers. You got this beautiful, don’t stress💪🏽 God bless you and be safe.

[@tt-zt6fi]

Thanks Rick, you don’t realize how encouraging you are towards people’s life’s. so thank you

[@jamesdenton94]

ty for this encouragement!!!! i just lost my dream job and feel like a huge loser! only God can turn this 2 good plz Lord come soon

[@mfrancisco_850]

I know how that feels I'm with you

[@Leo881971]

Bloody hell, I never knew that about your President Abraham Lincoln.. Oh, and what a fabulous sermon😘

[@reginag2325]

Love is the opposite of fear. Make love the motivation of everything you do. Wherever God's love is there is no fear, because God's love drives out all fear.

[@LynWesthoff]

Pastor Rick I can't EVEN thank you enough for your clear relatable messages. I absolutely NEEDED THIS message today ❤ 💕 💗 When we are asked by our LOVING FATHER to do something our obedience is rewarded. I am going to listen to this 3 more times today!!!!

[@amosbryan6517]

Listened to this today as i was facing some fears with my Spouse but this teaching has encouraged us to keep pressing with faith knowing that WE can never please God by playing it SAFE. Blessings Pr Rick.

[@sweetnperky]

I must say that this was a wonderful sermon. I was touched a lot by it. The two young people that came up and spoke about their lives was beautiful. It gave me a lot of hope, which is something I need right now and I am sure a lot of others do. He sure hit the nail on the head with people now a days. It is all about me, which is really sad. I pray that this sermon reaches to people and touch them in the right ways and that God will bless them in their lives.

[@mc127636]

Beautiful testimonies by two young people. Unassuming, relaxed atmosphere, being themselves, full of ideals, but realizing God's plans are always the best.

[@stushShulamite]

I’m not too concerned about people’s opinion of me. I’m afraid of failing God & missing Him😩 but I’m still going to try...

[@patriciakissi6623]

This is far the best teaching I’ve heard in my entire life. God bless you Pastor

[@kelly3240]

I am watching this today, August 30, 2019 and it has helped me a lot. I used to fear failing. I used to doubt myself not realizing that this life that I’m walking is not just about me but rather about God walking together with me no matter what happens in the end. And this is my confidence, that I am not alone & that victory has been already won by God. I am taking my board exam on September 21, 2019. 22 days from now. I choose not to fear failure. I choose to go out of my comfort zone and take risk and do something about what God has blessed me with. 💛 FAITH 💛

[@MsFiercePierce]

How was it??

[@marvel575]

Well do be Menaika!! Love what God is showing you. God bless you.

[@jot.whitesell5380]

Rick this sermon has really reached me. I now realize I have to get out of myself and get involved with ministries. I also need to donate to some important causes that really need my financial support. I have let my financial fears keep me stuck. Thank you again for your glorious. teaching. I watch your videos every Morning, for about one and a half years. I have come so far with your Guidance. Jo T. Whitesell

[@gail9164]

I’m a business owner who’s business is currently closing. This message has been a Godsend to me. Thank you for giving to the Lord (to Pastor Warren and especially to the business owner who shared his testimony).

[@vultur311]

I love this guy, he is great

[@jeniferjahul7026]

God knew I needed to hear this. I went through a similar experience and now I know my identity is in Christ and not the job I had. I worked for years at the British High Commission before being laid off. I loved the job, the diplomatic environment. Recently I went for an interview at the European Union, broke down and walked out just like he did. I felt as if I had blown all my chances. Now I know that God will give me a better chance. Thank you for sharing your testimony. I will also keep doing my best.

[@lesilagrace825]

Wow I love your teaching Pastor Warren, you have just spelt out my problem-fear and I realised that fear is the enemy of believing and moving with GOD. I'm so encouraged now. Thanks for being very encouraging and kind. Thanks. I have failed a hundred times over. Thank you LORD JESUS for your Word in the heart of kind servants who understand like you. Wish I have your DVD.

[@wadejensen2919]

I feel like the Holy Grail is the struggles in life

[@jakestokes4590]

sometimes i just need to hear you say it... Abba hello if i may i would like to pray for my dear friend Rick. Lord please be with this man, he is my favorite person of today's time and my hero. in Jesus name i pray amen. love you ricky

[@simplyrise5217]

I replaced my fear with faith in God

[@bihadelaide4968]

What a great message. Thank you pastor Rick for the life changing teachings. God Bless you. I love your messages.

[@mercedesflorentino8167]

Thanks Pastor Rick for your preaching.!!!

[@jakaiesekon3501]

Pastor Rick thanks for your sermons which have inspired me to get confidence and ability to pass Gods word to my fellow colleagues and friends on what is referred to as spiritual hour in the military. I feel blessed pastor. God bless your ministry

[@ofwhk]

This is Great learning so much

[@karen_ellen]

I was feeling desperate tonight and your sermon unveiled some hope that God will provide a way through and out of this situation and somehow I will see the other side and know peace, the peace that surpasses understanding. Thank you, Pastor Rick for being honest and true. I thought I was losing my grip on things but I feel better now. I love your quarantine series. I appreciate your heart. God continue to bless you and your ministry and Saddleback Church and all the people who are helped by your heart of gold that God has given you! Praise God for a message in due time.

[@roobickrubenkeshishi8473]

I Love Pastor Rick , KFC It's Finger Looking Good , I am teacher myself you got to have Humor and not just being too serious about the subject ! God Bless Pastor Rick , He is Wonderful and such humble brother .

[@danielmanabu7917]

Pastor, great minister of God, great writer Sir, you are amazing God's servant.

[@metalshreddersc]

This guy is so encouraging there's no way nothing he says couldn't pierce your being!.

[@connielamb6283]

Showing up on my feed and without reservation, I listened. Enjoy the teachings provided. Wow what a message!! Thank you.

[@charleslewis5861]

A Billy Grahram quote: You MUST learn from other folks mistakes but you are NOT going to live long enough to make them all yourself✝️

[@nikkibunnyluv]

THIS IS SOOOOOOO TRUE. This is the fear I battle with the most...

[@ao1613]

WOW!! PTL! Thank you for using Pastor Rick to confirm God has not finished with me! amen!!

[@awaroarapana2192]

Thank you Pastor Rick, I am from New Zealand and I have really loved and learned so much from your sermons. It’s so wonderful how you preach. You are the best Pastor I’ve ever come across. 🙏🙏🙏

[@MrTrail246]

Just message really touch the core of my spirit, and the testimony , please keep me and my family in prayer, experience some change time in our life

[@AnisLeguChannel]

great pastor,,,am from indonesia. i have two books of you..The Purpose Driven Life & The Purpose Driven Church. i am so bleseed, because am a pastor in Pentacostal Church of God in Indonesian (PCG). God bless you.

[@vernaharris4700]

Exactly what I needed to hear today. Thank you, Lord.❤🙏❤

[@Sbrown5024]

Absolutely brilliant way of looking at failure totally reverses what I have always felt.

[@gabriellepeacock2709]

Good points. Our outward success in life should never define who we think we are and in a sense we shouldn't care how people rate us, as our identity is in Christ and knowing him.

[@jcyq88]

Thank God that he's using you to deliver this message to me pastor Rick. As I'm feeling down and discouraged at my work currently. Amen

[@needPeace6]

I like pastor Rick teachings

[@willywillo5555]

Thank God for this pastor Rick, please I’m asking if any one as any work out there I would gladly accept and appreciate it. And I would also appreciate any help with my walk towards knowing more about God thank you and be safe everyone..

[@annathomas5557]

try looking for tutoring jobs maybe? small but a start. praying for you

[@seidomonkey5395]

It’s totally inspiring how our amazing God. An use a message to thousands but can speak also directly to the one. Me. Thank you Jesus for Pastor Rick and his team. 💕💕💕

[@stephy4missy]

Rick you’ve given me a whole new perspective on my Father that I already felt so so close to & I’m so grateful 🥺 you radiate love & illustrate SUCH a non judgemental viewpoint that teaches us the real seeds that we should be focused on watering✨

[@nareshbabu712]

Prise the lord sir

[@nicolemm853]

Thank you pastor Rick im feeling so much better

[@lucymaria8273]

Watching from Brazil ! 🇧🇷 God bless Rick Warren ! 🙏

[@henryyonapit6137]

9:00 Amen, Lord teach us to use my talent for Your glory..

[@tanyasahai]

I'll do the best I can, with what I have, for Jesus Christ, today.

[@cyrusthegreat1893]

God bless your heart, Pastor Rick Warren. You’re indeed a modern day prophet!

[@motogp2375]

Thank you Pastor Rick! I needed gods love today. All i ever wanted was to give love to those who needs it most. I hope one day god will bless my wife and I with more children. We have not been so lucky but i know god will work his mysterious ways. I stay faithful to him and i know He is always praying for my family and I. God i trust you with all my heart and please use me to do your will. I am always ready for your calling. From now on I will always face my fears with Gods love for i know He is always with me.

[@tydeloach8984]

RICK WARREN KEEPS MY ATTENTION! ..GREAT TEACHER OF GODS WORD

[@bananka4905]

ill have to say "its finger licking good" is what ill remember from this message.... no just kidding... what i got from this is it is never too late to climb out of the hole we dig. I am in a rut right now... but i am confident that through the Holy Spirit I will be back on my game again , using Gods gift. Thank you for this message . God bless.

[@josieannbernard638]

Thank you, Lord and thanks Pastor Rick. God, you will uphold me with your right hand in whatever you want me to do so WHY SHOULD I FEAR, AMEN AND AMEN!!!!

[@AnAn-wp5rk]

Thank you for sharing this. Deeply touched. Thank you , Amen. Lord is amazing, amazing grace. I am going thru this as well and I am seeing the grace of God everyday. ❤️

[@lifestyleblag]

I Love You Pastor God bless you (Philippines)

[@rebekahyahoves1595]

Timely message! Today i got some bad news and needed a little encouraging!

[@conniechan3280]

Thanks for helping us to trust Our lord only give us the best ..

[@sandrazepp328]

Thank you so much, 😊Pastor Warren

[@caravue7033]

I HAVE REALIZED🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🥺THANK YOU LORD AND THANK YOU PASTOR RICK!!💕

[@doreenlane2370]

Love this sermon. When I feel down I like to watch this.

[@jpsunyounghymn4541]

Amen hallelujah

[@elimissao]

That amazing preaching...I needed that....From Brasil!...thank you pastor Rick Warren, you have so many experience with God...

[@christnastubbs1603]

I'm so grateful for Pastor Warren's teaching!

[@maryannfajardo12]

Thank You Pastor Rick, great preaching that made me cried.God Bless You

[@SinglePassionMinistries1]

My favorite inspiring and life-changing teaching by Pastor Rick Warren. I highly encourage everyone to listen or watch this message. God help Single+Passion Ministries to do ALL that you've called us to do reaching singles with the message of hope, love and freedom found in Christ Jesus!

[@jamesmeyer6992]

To you all. Much love!

[@bulibeyene8761]

What a wonderful sermon God bless you pastor Rick

[@HappyHolyHealthyLife]

Best message ever!!

[@hannahtenorio1462]

Thank you pastor Rick...God bless you and your ministry!

[@matheusmoreira6793]

God bless you pastor!

[@jack3400]

So many gems in this sermon. God bless

[@justahappyfoodie3883]

So great Thank God ! From Thailand

[@kingstontown4722]

I always failed many times. Thank Jesus Christ and thank you.

[@arlenepullin6500]

The best message ever, my whole life I have lived with the thought of standing before God and having to tell Him what I did with the life He gave me - Rick thank you for the confirmation you give me, with my walking with God

[@candimero1151]

This helped me SOOOO much!!!!🙏

[@rhondanesbitt150]

Her story made me cry with gratitude to the Lord.

[@LAVIEOFANGEL]

This sermon is eye opening. Oh my gosh! Wow. Please keep going and preaching the truth and the pathway towards jesu Christ. I really enjoyed this message.

[@dawncolayco9340]

God help me ! Great verses! It is about character !

[@astertolawaq5234]

Thank you Dr Rick Warren may God bless you.

[@haiying4872]

Thank you for this message! I am so moved. I am waiting for God’s instructions!

[@allie7468]

Thank you ptr Rick. I really need this encouragement