Afraid

• By candidasullivan
• October 25, 2025
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Afraid.
Betrayed.
Unfit.
Quit.

I believe the enemy’s lies,
Even as my self-worth dies.
Every criticism is a dart—
A dagger to my heart.

I betray myself with the lies I believe,
In a mind that doesn’t feel good enough to receive
Blessings, love, and recognition.
Why won’t I give myself permission?

I’m afraid to truly let people see
The deepest part of me.
So, I hide
And don’t confide.

I become who I think they want me to be,
Try so hard to please instead of being me.
I’m afraid of rejection,
And I deny real connection.

I feel shame for who I’ve become,
All because I tried to run from
The person underneath it all,
And became someone who makes me feel small.

It causes pain deep within—
Could it be a sin?
To deny the person God created
A chance to live, even if I’m hated?

What is the cost
Of living like I’m lost?
Do I want to let my ego run the show,
When deep down, I know…

I am created for more.
Shouldn’t I live as if I adore
My life and all God created me to be—
Be brave and let others see?

The woman underneath,
A soul beneath
The layers of dust and pain—
What if there’s so much to gain?

If I open up and show others what’s inside,
What if it inspires others not to hide?
The enemy wants to steal
Our love for others and life’s zeal.

Let’s take our power back,
And stop letting the enemy cause us to attack
Ourselves and the goodness inside.
Let’s allow God to guide

Us to love and serve,
And live a life we deserve.
We are each beautiful in our unique way—
So let’s not downplay

The gifts God gave us to share,
To let others know we care.
Let’s live with vulnerability,
And let God show us our ability.

God can show us how to truly live,
To overcome every obstacle and thrive.
We just need to trust
God to create greatness from dust.