Girls Gone Bible – "Stop Being So Insecure"

Hosts: Angela Halili & Arielle Reitsma
Date: November 28, 2025

Overview

In this heartfelt episode, Angela and Arielle dive deep into the theme of insecurity—how it affects our sense of calling and identity, and why God’s presence trumps our self-doubt. Pulling from their personal experiences on the Girls Gone Bible tour and their study of Moses’ calling in Exodus 3, they address the spiritual roots of insecurity, share testimonies of inner and physical healing, and encourage listeners to embrace God’s view over their lives instead of their own limitations. The episode is an empowering call to step out in faith, break free from self-disqualification, and walk boldly in the identity that God gives.

Key Points & Insights

Testimonies from the Girls Gone Bible Tour

[04:14]

• Seattle Highlight:
  Angela shares a moving recap of their event in Seattle, describing a powerful sense of God making people feel personally seen:

  “There was just like an anointing over the whole night… it felt like God was speaking to people personally.” – Angel [04:22]

• Physical & Emotional Healings:

  • A woman’s severe back pain was completely healed after prayer.
  • Attendees experienced significant mental and emotional breakthroughs.
  • Prophetic encounters:
    Angela recounts a moment where she saw a woman doing arts and crafts during prayer—a detail that triggered a deep, emotional response.

    “Arts and crafts. That meant something… that must be something that's hidden in her heart, a secret between her and God.” – Angel [08:44]

• Stepping into Authority:
  Arielle describes praying with a man, Sam, who was told he had 5-10 years left and who found deliverance and hope through a prophetic word:

  “He said he was delivered from so much that night.” – Ariana [11:13]

Life in the Spirit: A Call to Action

[10:04]

• The hosts assert that the ministry of Jesus was never meant to be limited to the first apostles:

  “It’s a continuation of the Book of Acts… We are so obsessed with the ministry of Jesus… Being a Christian isn’t just about living a cute life.” – Angel [10:06]

• True influence, they argue, means being hands-on, present, praying for people, and allowing space for miracles, not just speaking from a platform.

Breaking Down the Story of Moses & The Burning Bush

[16:12]

• Background: God calls Moses to lead Israel out of Egypt.
• Central Point: Moses resists out of insecurity, feeling unqualified.

  “Who am I that I should go to Pharaoh?” – Moses (quoted by Angel) [18:53]

God’s Response to Insecurity

• God doesn't coddle Moses or build him up with compliments. He simply says:

  “I will be with you.” – God (quoted by Angel) [25:47]

• Key Reflection:
  When insecure, we focus on our abilities; God wants us to fix our eyes on Him.

  “If you know who God is, you rarely ever ask that question, because God makes it so clear... it’s not about who you are.” – Angel [24:37]

• False humility is called out as a form of pride that can hinder God’s plans:

  “People think they’re being humble when so often they’re actually being prideful… You are disqualifying yourself and calling it being humble.” – Angel [31:01]

Common Excuses Addressed

[28:22]

• The hosts list common reasons people disqualify themselves (past, age, lack of education, sin, family history) and counter each with biblical examples (David, Joseph, Moses).

  “Everyone that was the weakest… is the one that God chooses always.” – Ariana [30:05]

The REAL Solution to Insecurity

• Go deeper with Jesus—not just a surface prayer life, but daily, persistent seeking.

  “You think you’re deep right now, you go deeper.” – Ariana [38:42] “You want boldness and authority? This is it right here.” – Ariana [39:14] (holding up her Bible)

• Spiritual discipline leads to safety and authority:

  “When you feel safe and you have peace, you have a boldness and authority that cannot shake you.” – Ariana [39:41]

Identity, Freedom, and the True Nature of God

• God’s primary desire is for us to live free—not as slaves to fear, insecurity, or our past.

  “The Exodus is not just escape, it is transformation… victims becoming worshippers, and the wounded becoming whole.” – Angel [47:49]

• God’s name and character are exclusive and personal:

  “There is only one God. His name is Jesus… Jesus is not an idea… He is a God who binds himself to people because he is obsessed with humans.” – Angel [45:17]

• Identity is foundational. If struggles with identity persist, seek discipleship and saturate oneself in God’s word and worship.

  “If you are struggling with your identity so much… you are a baby Christian because it’s the foundation of faith.” – Angel [57:36]

Practical Encouragements

• Don’t wait to “have it all together” before stepping into your calling:

  “No, you don’t… Do it anyway. Don’t listen to that lie.” – Angel [66:00]

• Use honest prayer to break strongholds of insecurity.

• Community is essential:

  “It’s crucial that you have good community around you. Community has saved our lives.” – Ariana [67:56]

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• “God is not asking Moses to be a hero. He’s just asking him to believe that he is who he says he is.” – Angel [26:33]

• “False humility… could potentially thwart God’s will in your life because you are disqualifying yourself and calling it being humble.” – Angel [31:01]

• “You want authority? Study this. You want authority? Sit in your prayer time, even when it seems uncomfortable… This is how you walk in boldness and authority.” – Ariana [39:14, 63:40]

• “The Satan is an accuser. And if he can keep you timid in fear with your head down, feeling stuck… you’re going to miss the call of God.” – Ariana [39:41]

• “Let him use the quirks.” – Angel [63:40]

Timestamps for Key Segments

| Topic | Timestamp | |----------------------------------|:-------------:| | Tour testimonies (healing, prophetic words) | 04:14 | | Call of Moses & insecurity | 16:12 | | God’s response: It’s about His presence, not our ability | 25:21 | | False humility and pride | 30:45 | | Solutions for insecurity | 38:42 | | Who God is (no mixture, only Jesus) | 45:17 | | God’s commitment to our freedom | 47:49 | | Walking in practical boldness | 63:40 | | The importance of community | 67:56 |

Episode Takeaways

• God calls us despite, not because of, our qualifications.
• Insecurity is often rooted in pride and a lack of focus on who God is.
• Freedom and authority come through intimacy with Jesus and immersion in His Word.
• Community and honest prayer are essential for overcoming insecurity.
• God is personally invested in each person's freedom and wholeness; He longs to move us from bondage to boldness—for His glory and our good.

“Put your shoulders back and put your head up and walk in the authority that God has called you to. I feel that for someone right now.”
– Ariana [52:46]

Connect with the girls:

• @angelahalili
• @ariellereitsma

Episode theme: Come as you are—but don’t stay that way. God’s love is calling you to step out of insecurity and into your true identity.