Conquering Insecurity

by Pegues, Deborah Smith

• ISBN13: 9780736915694
• ISBN10: 0736915699
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2005-07-01
• Publisher: Harvest House Pub

Summary

Understand and overcome the core fears that limit you. Build the confidence you need to enjoy life at home, at work, and at play.

Author Biography

Deborah Smith Pegues is an experienced certified public accountant, a Bible teacher, and the author of several books, including 30 Days to Taming Your Tongue

Table of Contents

The Root of Insecurity	7	(8)
PART I SEVEN SYNDROMES OF INSECURITY
Syndrome 1: The Saul Syndrome	15	(6)
Justifying Jealousy
Syndrome 2: The Eliab Syndrome	21	(10)
Exhibiting Envy
Syndrome 3: The Haman Syndrome	31	(6)
Seeking Significance
Syndrome 4: The Diotrephes Syndrome	37	(10)
Preserving Preeminence
Syndrome 5: The Aaron Syndrome	47	(6)
Pleasing People
Syndrome 6: The Ahithophel Syndrome	53	(10)
Performing or Perishing
Syndrome 7: The Elihu Syndrome	63	(8)
Imagining Inadequacy
PART II SEVEN ROADBLOCKS TO SUPREME CONFIDENCE
Roadblock 1: Prayerlessness	71	(10)
Roadblock 2: Personal Devaluation	81	(6)
Roadblock 3: Poor Knowledge	87	(8)
Roadblock 4: Purposeless Living	95	(6)
Roadblock 5: Past Transgressions	101	(6)
Roadblock 6: Perfectionism	107	(12)
Roadblock 7: Pride	119	(10)
PART III SEVEN STRATEGIES FOR CONQUERING THE GIANT OF INSECURITY
Strategy 1: Rest on God's Word	129	(4)
Strategy 2: Refuse to Be Deterred	133	(4)
Strategy 3: Remember Past Victories	137	(4)
Strategy 4: Reject Carnal Weapons	141	(6)
Strategy 5: Resist Intimidation	147	(4)
Strategy 6: Run Toward the Giant	151	(6)
Strategy 7: Reap the Reward	157	(6)
PART IV SEVEN HABITS OF EMOTIONALLY SECURE PEOPLE
Habit 1: Embracing Individuality	163	(6)
Habit 2: Employing Teamwork	169	(10)
Habit 3: Engaging Constructive Feedback	179	(8)
Habit 4: Establishing Boundaries	187	(12)
Habit 5: Empowering Others	199	(8)
Habit 6: Enjoying Success	207	(10)
Habit 7: Experiencing Peace	217	(8)
Walking in Victory	225	(2)
Appendix A: Healing Prayer for Insecurity	227	(2)
Appendix B: Insecurity-Banishing Scriptures	229	(4)
Notes	233