If It Makes Everyone Comfortable, It’s Probably Not From God

Welcome to The Deep Dive with Jose St. Phard!
The podcast created specifically for dreamers, leaders, and changemakers.

In this episode, we're tackling a topic every dreamer faces but rarely talks about openly: criticism and misunderstanding. When you're pursuing a God-sized vision, you'll inevitably encounter skeptics, doubters, and critics. But here’s the powerful truth—it’s meant to be that way.

We dive deep into the life of Joseph (Genesis 37–50), a visionary whose God-given dreams took him on a journey filled with misunderstanding, betrayal, setbacks, and ultimately into extraordinary purpose. His story will help you understand why critics are often a sign you're on the right path, how setbacks can be setups for your purpose, and why it’s essential to believe boldly even when no one else sees your vision.

If you've ever felt pressure to shrink your dreams to fit other people's comfort zones, let this episode empower you to dream bigger, louder, and more boldly than ever before.

Key Episode Highlights:

• Why Criticism Confirms Your Calling: Discover why pushback is often proof you're dreaming big enough.
• Turning Setbacks into Setups: How Joseph navigated betrayal and prison, turning them into stepping stones toward his destiny.
• Time, Chance, and Favor (Ecclesiastes 9:11): Success isn't determined solely by speed, strength, or smarts—learn the deeper truths that shape your dream’s journey.
• Believing Before Others See It: The critical importance of owning your dream fully, even when it's misunderstood.
• Leading Today for Tomorrow: Practical ways to show up now as the visionary leader God created you to become.

Scriptures Explored:

• Genesis 37–50: Joseph’s transformational journey from dream to destiny.
• Ecclesiastes 9:11: "The race is not to the swift nor the battle to the strong… but time and chance happen to them all."
• Genesis 39:20–23: Experiencing God's favor even in life's lowest moments.
• 1 Samuel 17: David's boldness in the face of criticism and opposition.
• Isaiah 60:22: "At the right time, I, the Lord, will make it happen."

Reflection for Dreamers:

Ask yourself: "Where have I been shrinking my dream to fit other people's comfort zones?" Remember—your dream isn’t just about you. It’s about all the people God will impact through you.

Action Steps:

1. Declare it: Clearly write down your dream and speak it aloud this week.
2. Own it: Start acting today like the leader your dream demands you to become.
3. Trust it: Embrace setbacks as purposeful steps toward your God-given vision.

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Remember—if your dream makes everyone comfortable, it’s probably not from God.

Let’s keep diving deep!

• (00:00:00) - Dreams Are Made Under Criticism
• (00:00:47) - The Secret to Dreamers
• (00:02:09) - What determines success in life? Time and Chance
• (00:09:03) - Dreamers: How to Make Your Dream a Reality
• (00:15:17) - Your Environment Will Not Limit Your Dreams
• (00:22:31) - The Dream of Joseph