Month: March 2026

You’re Designed for Freedom | Stop Settling for Less Than God’s Best

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You’re Designed for Freedom

I once heard a pastor say that God will allow you to live at the level you settle for—and I agree. There is more. I sincerely believe we were created for more, yet many people settle for far less than what God desires to give them.

I lived in the land of settling.

I accepted situations, treatment, and relationships that were far below where I wanted to be. Why? I wanted to be thankful. I wanted to be someone who invested in others without placing demands on them. I accepted the bare minimum because Christianity taught me to put others first, forgive everything, and—somewhere along the way—I neglected the truth that God actually cares how I am treated.

There was far more emphasis on how I could love the church and others, and far less focus on how deeply God loved me.

When “Love” Looks Like Settling

I settled because I was told that’s what love does.
I settled because I believed I was demonstrating unselfish, sacrificial love.

What I failed to see—and what no one pointed out to me—was that I was failing to recognize my own value. I chose mediocre. God did not choose that for me.

I remember talking with a woman from church one day when she said,
“Erin, no matter how poorly I treat you, you’re always there for me. I just love you.”

That wasn’t a compliment. It was a slap in the face.

She knew the behavior was wrong. She continued because I tolerated it. I wasn’t a complete doormat—I simply chose to forgive her over and over again. I loved her despite her lack of love for me.

What I tolerated was a misalignment.

I was not living empowered or free. I was living a life of settling.

A Dangerous—but Life‑Changing—Prayer

This pattern continued for several more years with other long‑standing relationships, until I prayed a dangerous yet powerful prayer:

“God, anything that is not tied to my destiny or Your best for my life, I ask that You remove it.”

Within months, several long‑term friendships ended. Some people picked arguments over nothing. One person told me God said not to remain friends. During that same season, I was laid off from my job.

Everything shifted—radically.

Seven Years Later…

Fast forward seven years.

  • I have completed three books
  • I founded and launched Lamb Enterprises LLC (Empowered & Free)
  • I’ve appeared on TV and radio
  • Dozens of people have encountered freedom through soul healing
  • Nearly 50 people have been trained in soul healing
  • Relationships 101 was featured at the 2025 London Book Fair
  • I entered a new corporate role and have been promoted four times
  • I’ve traveled the world
  • I’ve gained healthy, supportive, invested friendships
  • I’ve recently been featured in news articles across the U.S. and overseas

I told God that I sincerely desired Ephesians 3:20 blessings—and that I did not want to spend my entire life suffering, merely overcoming, and living in heartbreak.

Rethinking Suffering and God’s Nature

I understand deeply that following Jesus can include persecution and suffering.
But I do not believe life was intended to be endless tears, disappointment, pain, heartache, or surviving on crumbs from someone else’s table.

I believe God desires more for His children than we would ever desire for our own.

Years ago, I had a vision. I was standing in a massive room with God. I couldn’t see God’s face, but I could hear His voice. As far as I could see—upward and outward—were gold boxes with names etched on them.

I asked what they were.

God replied,

“These are all the promises I have for My children that they never claim.”

The Lie of a “Cosmic Bully” God

I believe God is good.

Sadly, culture—and parts of religion—have portrayed God as a cosmic bully: demanding, cruel, and only interested in being worshiped. This false image shapes people’s expectations of God. They stop expecting much at all.

They stop believing for the exceedingly, abundantly, above all they could ask or imagine.

They settle and call it holiness.
They settle and say, “It’s God’s will.”
They remain stuck, assuming God is only trying to teach them a lesson.

God is absolutely able to turn ashes into beauty. But that does not mean God needs to burn everything to the ground to create something beautiful.

The message that God turns messes into messages should never encourage people to create messes just to see what God will do.

I don’t need to cut myself to prove that a doctor knows how to stitch wounds.

An Invitation to Freedom

My encouragement to you is this:

Ask God where you may be settling for less than what He wants to give you.

Ask God where your heart or mind may be bound.
Ask for freedom.
Ask for fresh eyes to see yourself—and your destiny—through God’s eyes.
Ask God to heal any wounds caused by religious teaching that painted Him as a cosmic bully.

There is more for you.
More for you in God and with God.

You were never designed to live bound, overlooked, or surviving on crumbs. Ask God where you may be settling—and be brave enough to receive what He’s always wanted to give you.

Bonus link to the UAE Times Article: Empowered & Free in UAE Times Article

Love,

Erin Lamb

God Highly Values You!

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A lesson from my jeweler: what’s valued is not easily accessible.

My jeweler knows me; when I see her, she’s comfortable pulling diamonds and gems out of the case and handing them over to me. She knows who I am; she’s vetted me and sold me several pieces. You’ll note that everything that is real and costly is locked up – you cannot grab what you want. You’ll notice they do not offer diamonds at the price or availability of costume jewelry.

In human relationships, I’ve witnessed people offer themselves over to people who treat them horribly. Their open access, refusal to vet people, and lack of any boundaries lead to being used, abused, and mistreated.

Cheap and easy works well for fast food; it’s a recipe for disaster in matters of the heart.

I am not stating that materialism is the key to a good relationship, nor playing hard to get. I am stating that things shift when you start viewing access to you as something that requires vetting people. It is wise to see your value and worth and cease placing diamonds (your heart, body, time) in the hands of those who are not trustworthy. It means you allow people to see who you are, yet access to your inner world is reserved for those deemed trustworthy.

Early in my life I desired to love everyone and be an asset to everyone. What I learned were hard lessons. One lesson was love and access are not the same. You can love people and set boundaries with their access to you.

I talk about this in Relationships 101: Foundational Wisdom for Better Relationships. We choose the level of access people have to us.

I love traveling and I am planning to return to Asia soon. When I purchase tickets, they provide access to seats based on what we paid for in the ticket price. First Class seats are reserved for people who paid that price. Economy guests are not provided First Class privileges.

I was guilty of providing VIP treatment to economy people. I provided best friendship to lukewarm friends. I over invested in consumers. It was unwise and unhealthy.

When we know how valuable we are, we are highly selective of who has the closest access to us. We can love everyone. Trust is earned. Access is contingent on trust.

God placed such a high value on you that He paid the highest price to secure a relationship with you. You are not considered low value to God. It does not matter how others have interacted with you or treated you! What matters is the Creator of the Universe thinks the world of you! You were created on purpose. You are a handcrafted, original gem from the imagination of God.

Live loved.

Live on purpose.

Love,

Erin L Lamb

The Purpose Workshop: Why Finding Your “Why” Changes Everything

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Have you ever felt busy—but not always sure why you’re doing what you’re doing?

That’s exactly why the Purpose Workshop exists.

Finding your “why” isn’t about having all the answers or creating a perfect life plan. It’s about getting clear on what truly matters to you—so your decisions, goals, and energy are aligned with something meaningful. When you know your why, everything else starts to make more sense.

And that’s what we’ll be focusing on in our April 18, 2026 Virtual Purpose Workshop.

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Why Finding Your “Why” Matters

When you’re clear on your purpose, you:

  • Make decisions with more confidence
  • Stop chasing goals that don’t actually fulfill you
  • Feel more grounded and focused in your personal and professional life
  • Create direction—even during seasons of uncertainty

This workshop is designed to help you slow down, reflect, and reconnect with what drives you—without pressure, judgment, or overwhelm.

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How the Workshop Works

The Purpose Workshop is a live, instructor‑led virtual session, but it’s built with flexibility in mind. If you can attend live, great. If you can’t, you’ll still get everything you need.

When you register, you’ll receive:

  • Access to the live virtual workshop on April 18
  • Downloadable course materials you can keep
  • The full workshop recording sent after the session

That means you can:

  • Join live and participate in real time
  • Watch the replay on your own schedule
  • Revisit the materials whenever you need clarity or a reset

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Perfect for Busy Schedules (and Real Life)

Life happens. Work runs late. Family needs you. Energy comes and goes.

That’s why this workshop doesn’t require you to be glued to your screen at a specific time. Many students actually prefer watching the recording so they can pause, reflect, and take notes at their own pace.

No matter how you attend, you’ll walk away with tools and insights you can use long after the workshop ends.

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Save Your Spot for the Purpose Workshop

Registration guarantees access to all materials and the full recording, even if you can’t attend live. Space is limited, so we recommend reserving your spot early.

👉 https://www.empowered-free.com/product-page/the-purpose-workshop-virtual

If you’ve been feeling stuck, disconnected, or simply ready for more clarity, this workshop is a great place to start.

I’d love to see you there! Those who attended in person last weekend stated it was meaningful and impactful for them.

Love,

Erin Lamb