REBuke, Girl! How to Shut Down Fear Like Jesus + Discover Your Bigger-Than-You Purpose

HEY HEY HEY ALL MY TEEN BABES! WHAT IS UP.

Well, I’m back. Again. I know, I know. All that stuff about being on break. Truth is, I am on break, but I just can’t keep myself away! Because real talk, there’s this powerful concept the Lord’s been walking me through lately, and I had to loop you in. 

So today I wanted to jump on here to talk about a little concept called rebuking — how it plays out in the Bible, who’s doing it, and how we can step into that power too. Plus, I’m diving into something even deeper: recognizing the incredible, eternal purpose we each have here on earth. So grab your favorite drink, get cozy, and let’s get into it!

Now, I know what you’re thinking — “Rebuking? That sounds like my mom telling me to clean my room.” But trust me, it’s way more than that. We’re talking about a spiritual superpower that even Jesus used, and guess what? We get to use it too.

Before we jump in, quick reminder — Season 2 is dropping in just a couple weeks (can I get a yay?). And we are going deep into the life of Joseph — drama, dreams, jealousy, the whole shebang. But until then, I wanted to hit you with this bonus episode because this rebuking thing has been on my mind, and I’m kinda obsessed with how much power it holds.

OK - Part 1: Rebuking — What Is It and Who Does It in the Bible?

Okay, let’s get this out of the way: rebuking is basically telling someone, or sometimes something, “Hey! Stop that. That’s not okay.” A formal definition of the word rebuking my be summed up like this: when someone lovingly but firmly corrects you because you're doing or saying something wrong. It’s not about being mean—it's about helping you get back on track, especially when your choices could hurt you or others. Think of it like a coach calling you out during practice—not to embarrass you, but to make sure you’re playing your best game.

Now that we’ve covered the bases, in the Bible, we see rebuking pop up everywhere, and it’s not always the scary, mean vibe you might think. Sometimes it’s loving, sometimes it’s firm, and sometimes it’s downright bold.

• First off, God rebukes people — like when He calls out Adam and Eve after they totally blew it in the Garden of Eden. (Yeah, remember that “Did you eat the fruit?” moment? Genesis 3.)

  
  

• Then you’ve got prophets (so Old Testament business) like Nathan who had zero chill when he told King David, “Bro, you messed up,” after that whole Bathsheba situation (2 Samuel 12). Oof.

  
  

• Elijah also wasn’t afraid to throw down with King Ahab and his crew for worshiping fake gods (1 Kings 18). Talk about boss energy.

  
  

• And of course, Jesus? He was a master at rebuking — whether it was calling out the Pharisees for their hypocrisy (hello, Matthew 23!) or telling demons to scram (Mark 1:25). Like, Jesus knew when to put on His boss boots. Am I right? 

  
  

But here’s the twist that hit me like a lightning bolt: all these rebukes are between people — or from God to people — but what if we took that power and started rebuking stuff in our own lives?

Girl, We Can Rebuke Too! (Speaking of rebuke, I’m going to throw a song in the show notes, so don’t miss it. It’s a song by a guy named Jonathan Traylor called HOPE - and in it, he sings ALL about rebuking things in our lives… legit, its SO STINKING GOOD!) Anyway…

… seriously. The Bible actually gives us the authority to rebuke lies, fear, worry — all those annoying, noisy thoughts that try to take up way too much headspace.

Ever heard James 4:7? It says:“Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.”

That’s like God saying, “Girl, stand your ground. Don’t let the fear or worry win.”

So next time you catch yourself spiraling over something — maybe a bad test grade, a fight with a friend, or even just life — try this: talk back to those thoughts. Say out loud or in your mind, “I rebuke this worry in Jesus’ name.”

I’m telling you, it’s a game changer. It’s like putting on spiritual headphones and tuning out all the noise that isn’t true.

Real Talk: Jesus vs. Satan — This is the Ultimate Showdown, Babes. 

Okay, girl, let’s slow down for a sec and picture this epic moment. So after Jesus was baptized, the Holy Spirit led Him into the wilderness — basically the ultimate alone time (and for those of you wondering, this specific story can be found in 3 of the 4 gospels: Matthew 3-4, Mark 1 and Luke 3-4…just in case you want to follow along). 

But guess who was waiting there? Satan himself. Yeah, the devil came ready to throw down some serious temptation.

Imagine being famished, tired, and vulnerable — that was Jesus’ state after fasting for 40 days and nights. Satan saw his moment and went for it with three big temptations:

1. Food: “Hey Jesus, turn these stones into bread if You’re really the Son of God.” Because, duh, Jesus was starving.

   
   

2. Power: “Worship me, and I’ll give You all the kingdoms of the world.” Talk about a shortcut to ruling everything.

   
   

3. Testing God: “Throw Yourself down from the temple, and angels will catch You.” Basically, “Show off Your power.”

   
   

But here’s the tea — Jesus didn’t just say, “No thanks.” He rebuked Satan. Jesus responded with Scripture, saying, “Away from me, Satan! For it is written...” each time, shutting down the lies with truth.

This moment is everything because it shows us how to stand firm when the enemy tries to mess with our minds and hearts. Jesus models how to use God’s Word like a sword, rebuking the lies and refusing to fall for the tricks.

So, if Jesus could stand His ground and send Satan packing, guess what? You can too. When worry, fear, or temptation try to sneak in, channel your inner Jesus and say, “Not today, Satan. I rebuke you in Jesus’ name.” You’re not powerless — you’ve got the ultimate backup. And its about time we take this rebuking discipline and allow it to play out in our day to day lives, can I get an amen? Alright… let’s keep this train moving! 

Part 2: Your “Small” Role? Girl, It’s BIGGER Than You Think

Okay, so now that we’re feeling like spiritual superheroes, let’s get into something just as powerful — the truth that your life matters, even when it feels small or invisible.

I know sometimes you might feel like, “Who even notices me? I’m just one person. What difference can I make?” Girl, I’ve been there. But here’s the thing: God has a master plan, and every single day you live has eternal significance.

Paul tells us in 1 Corinthians 12 that we are all parts of one body — the body of Christ. Not everyone’s the head or the hands, but guess what? The foot, the fingers, even the little pinky toe matters. Without all the parts, the body can’t work right.

The David Story — From Small Shepherd to Giant Slayer

Alright, now let’s chat about David — the ultimate underdog story.

David was just a young shepherd boy, the youngest of eight brothers. He spent his days out in the fields, caring for sheep — not exactly the kind of job that screams “future king,” right? His family probably didn’t even think he was all that special.

But here’s the secret: God saw David. Not because of his looks or status, but because of his heart.

One day, the prophet Samuel was sent to anoint the next king of Israel. He met David’s older brothers, all tall and strong — definitely king material on the outside. But God told Samuel, “Don’t look at the appearance or height, for I have rejected them. The Lord looks at the heart.”

When Samuel saw David, he knew this was the guy. The shepherd boy was anointed with oil, set apart by God to be king — even though no one else saw it yet.

Fast forward a bit, and you get to the famous David vs. Goliath showdown. Goliath was a giant — like, literally over nine feet tall — a total terror, and the entire Israelite army was terrified.

David, with nothing but a sling and a few smooth stones, stepped up. Why? Because he trusted God. He rebuked the fear and doubt all around him — even King Saul was like, “You’re too young, too small for this.”

But David was bold. He said, “You come against me with sword and spear, but I come against you in the name of the Lord Almighty.” Then he slung that stone right into Goliath’s forehead — and bam! Down went the giant.

David’s story is a reminder to us that no matter how small or overlooked we feel, God is working through us. He’s got big plans — even if the world can’t see it yet.

Mordecai and Esther — When “Small” Roles Change History

Now, let’s switch gears and talk about Mordecai and Esther. This one is straight out of the book of Esther and is all about how a couple of “regular” people played huge roles in God’s kingdom.

Mordecai was a Jew living in Persia, and his cousin Esther was a young woman who ended up becoming queen — yep, a Jewish queen in a foreign land. Sounds like a dream, right? But the story gets intense fast.

A super shady advisor named Haman got jealous of Mordecai because Mordecai refused to bow to him. Haman plotted to destroy all the Jews in the kingdom — including Esther and Mordecai.

But Mordecai didn’t keep quiet. He urged Esther to risk everything and speak up to the king — even though going to the king without an invitation could get her killed.

Esther prayed, fasted, and then bravely told the king about Haman’s evil plan. The king listened, Haman got exposed, and the Jews were saved.

What’s wild is that Mordecai and Esther’s “small” roles — a court official and a queen who was just doing her best — ended up saving an entire nation.

Their story reminds us that even when our role feels small, when we step up in faith and courage, God can use us for HUGE things.

Scriptures to Keep Close:

• “Just as a body, though one, has many parts, but all its many parts form one body, so it is with Christ.” — 1 Corinthians 12:12

• “For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.” — Ephesians 2:10

So, What Now?

Here’s your mission this week:

1. When fear, worry, or doubt creep in, practice rebuking them out loud or in your head — you have real power, girl! Use it like a boss.

2. Remember your role matters — even if it feels “small.” You’re part of God’s big plan, and your story is powerful.

   
   

I’m seriously pumped for Season 2 because Joseph’s story is the ultimate rollercoaster — with dreams, betrayal, jail time, and yes, plenty of spiritual rebuking.

Until then, keep shining, keep speaking your truth, and know: you’ve got what it takes to stand strong and live out your God-given purpose.

Alright babes, stay salty!