I am naturally ambitious, and I think that is probably why God allowed me into entrepreneurship. Being naturally ambitious is simply the desire to want more and aspire for more out of life. No matter the situation I was in, I always thought, this cannot be the end. I have to make it. I have to find a way out of this. I always knew I wouldn’t just be a nobody — I knew I was called to become someone.
If you are someone who has that natural instinct, that is beautiful. That is a God-given gift. Sometimes, though, that same ambition can lead us to become perfectionists or controllers, and that is where it can turn into a weakness. But the beautiful side of ambition is that it produces loyalty, determination, resilience, and perseverance. An ambitious person has objectives. They are willing to push forward and see things come to life no matter what people say.
If you have had that resilience in your personal projects, even if you don’t think God was directly involved, I truly believe that everything good God allows in our lives — even outside of “church activities” — He still uses to build us. That strength already sets you apart.
I believe ambition is good. Playing small, avoiding big dreams, or hiding your potential can often come from insecurity, fear, or even pride disguised as humility. Sometimes we don’t want to be “too much” because we are afraid of how others will see us. But God is big — and if we are made in His image, even if we are only a fraction of His glory, He has called us to excellence and fullness. Never limit yourself.
One thing I’ve learned is that natural ambition alone is not enough. I had to learn how to become spiritually ambitious.
Being spiritually ambitious means intentionally desiring to grow in Christ, to mature spiritually, and to be led by the Holy Spirit. When you truly start walking with Christ and taking your life seriously, there are processes you must go through. You cannot beat time.
As someone who is ambitious, I naturally want things done quickly. I want results now. But walking with the Holy Spirit requires faith, patience, and total dependence on God.
Because I already had resilience, perseverance, and ambition, I believe the Holy Spirit gave me the gift of faith — the kind of faith that moves mountains. God has been teaching me how to use that gift in alignment with the projects and assignments He has placed in my life for myself and for others.
God gives both natural gifts and spiritual gifts, and often, He aligns spiritual gifts with our personalities. For example, I am naturally eloquent and expressive. I love to communicate. Over time, I noticed God developing in me the gift of knowledge — knowing things about people, situations, and even the future prophetically, not by myself, but through the Holy Spirit. That realization was humbling and beautiful.
Christianity Without Encounter Is Incomplete
You can call yourself a Christian by identity, but the kind of faith that moves mountains, brings healing, causes transformation, and leads people to Christ requires spiritual encounter.
You must meet Jesus through the power of the Holy Spirit.
I was ambitious in the world, but for a long time I wasn’t ambitious spiritually. When I truly encountered God, everything changed. From September until now, in less than three months, I experienced radical healing, growth, and transformation — and I am still growing. I don’t think we ever stop growing.
Ask for More — Boldly
One biblical figure that deeply inspires me is Elisha. When Elijah was about to be taken up, Elisha asked for a double portion of what Elijah carried. Elijah told him it was a difficult request — but not impossible.
That moment shows me that God can give you gifts, but if you are ambitious enough to carry more, He can entrust you with more. More responsibility, however, comes with more battles, refinement, and courage.
The more you grow spiritually, the more the Holy Spirit prepares you for eternity. What God is doing in you is not only for earth — it is preparation for what is eternal. Scripture reminds us that what we see is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal (2 Corinthians 4).
Being spiritually ambitious means making the supernatural part of your normal Christian life. Not just praying, but expecting God to move. Expecting healing, provision, conviction, transformation, and encounters.
Without the supernatural, the gospel becomes just motivational speech.
How to Grow Spiritually
Many people ask, How do I grow spiritually? How do I activate the Holy Spirit in my life?
Spend time with God.
Praise and worship Him. Even if you’re not used to it, start there. Worship opens your spirit. Then allow the Holy Spirit to guide you — what to read, what to pray, what to surrender.
Some people avoid God’s presence because they feel ashamed of their sins, church hurt, or past trauma. But God is not who we often think He is. He is loving, patient, merciful, and a good Father. Healing your perception of God is part of spiritual growth.
You cannot please God without faith. You cannot grow without trust. Obedience is not about perfection — it is about having an open heart.
Staying in prayer often means fighting your own flesh. I’ve had moments where I wanted to run, but I chose to stay. God finishes what He starts.
We often want God to do great things while giving Him very little of our time. Spiritual ambition means saying, I want more of You, Lord. I want to see Your glory.
Jesus said, “If you believe, you will see the glory of God.”
Belief requires openness. Most of the work is done by God through you, not by you alone. That is difficult for people who like control — but it is freeing.
Aim Higher — Spiritually
Be spiritually ambitious. Ask for bold things. Not just houses, money, or status — those are temporary. Ask for transformation. Ask for wisdom. Ask for gifts. Ask to know God deeply.
Look at the people in the Bible. Whose story resonates with you? Whose faith do you admire? God reveals Himself uniquely to everyone. The same Spirit that worked through the prophets lives in us today.
Spiritual ambition requires sanctification. It requires humility. It requires letting go of ego and stepping into God’s mission.
But it is worth it.
Because when God works in you, He works through you — and lives are changed forever.
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