You can overcome doubts, face your fears, and learn to succeed
“How will I do this?” “I’m not good enough.” “I can’t.”
Sound familiar? Even when we do our very best, sometimes our doubts can be so much louder than our faith. But you’re not alone in these feelings! Other BYU-Pathway Worldwide students have also faced challenges and come to realize that they, like you, can do all things through Jesus Christ.
Janet Atim, Uganda
As a single mother and business owner, Janet knew that finishing BYU-Pathway would be especially challenging. Trusting in God, Janet continued the program and used her new skills to strengthen her testimony and her business.
She said, “When I applied for the BYU-Pathway program, a lot of thoughts came into my mind. One was telling me to give up and the other was saying, ‘No, don't give up, you will make it.’ The responsibilities that I have made me want to quit my studies, but being determined and putting my trust in the Lord has helped me complete my first two semesters with an ‘A.’”
Alexander Willis, American Samoa
Alexander put his studies on hold twice: once when a cyclone hit his island, and again when his house caught fire. Despite these challenges, Alexander knew that receiving an education was a commandment from God, so he kept on trying.He said, “I am so grateful that I didn't give up because I am able to better serve others because of the additional knowledge I am gaining through education. I have been blessed tremendously by keeping this commandment of the Lord.”
Busisiwe Moima, South Africa
Busisiwe was inspired to pursue education when her oldest son received his degree. However, after he was tragically killed, Busisiwe was overtaken by grief and uncertainty.
She said, “I was even thinking of dropping out because I was not coping mentally and emotionally, but something just spoke to me and told me I can do this and I'm supposed to be doing it. From there onwards, I started putting more effort into my schoolwork and learned to manage my time and set aside time for my schoolwork. My marks improved and my understanding of the schoolwork got better.”
Aaron Perez, Venezuela
At the beginning of his BYU-Pathway experience, Aaron struggled with doubt and fear, especially about his English language abilities. It wasn’t until he learned to put his trust in God that he started to see his own strength.
He said, “As I trusted more in my Heavenly Father, I felt the simple things like learning the language were improving and my confidence and faith increased more, but only if I trusted in God. … It's time to give thanks and keep progressing because we know that the road is not easy, but we must not give up.”