There is a lot of empowerment found in making decisions, committing and taking a step forward into that decision. But many of us find ourselves paralyzed in this area. I want to talk to you about the fear of commitment, what’s behind it and how it prevents you from making a decision and moving forward in life. 



Have you ever found yourself stuck, paralyzed by a decision, unsure whether to move forward, turn back, or stay exactly where you are? Is commitment scary? Do you see yourself fixated on chasing after the decision that will be “just right”? Is it possible that in your desire to make a right decision, you have actually become paralyzed by indecisiveness? Then you may be battling a fear of commitment that is holding you back. 



Our fear of commitment is the core problem we’re going to confront today. This fear keeps us stuck, held back from taking essential steps forward in our lives. We’re going to explore why we fear commitment, how we often mask that fear, and ultimately, how we can overcome it to embrace a life of growing faith and decisive action. Let’s dive in.



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Confronting Our Fear of Commitment: How to Stop Hesitating and Start Moving Forward



Have you ever found yourself frozen by a decision, unable to move forward because you’re waiting for everything to feel “just right”? You’re not alone. Many of us struggle with a hidden barrier that keeps us stuck: the fear of commitment.



The Paralysis of Chronic Hesitation



I remember standing on a high school basketball court, ball in hand, paralyzed by indecision. Should I shoot? Pass? Dribble? My coach’s words echoed in my mind: “He who hesitates is lost.” That moment captured a pattern that would follow me for years—chronic hesitation that prevented me from taking necessary steps forward.



This paralysis shows up everywhere. In relationships, we struggle to move forward or leave toxic situations. In our careers, we second-guess every decision. I’ve seen it in my own life—panicking over gym memberships, cell phone contracts, and apartment leases. The fear of commitment can masquerade as caution, but it’s actually destructive, keeping us trapped and unable to grow.



Why We Really Fear Commitment



Our fear of commitment has layers, like an onion. At the surface, we might lack proper equipping in decision-making. But dig deeper and you’ll find perfectionism—that relentless chase for the “just right” feeling that never quite arrives.



Beneath that lies the fear of making the wrong decision. We catastrophize outcomes, imagining we’ll end up trapped in permanent misery. Christians often add another layer: “What if I miss God’s signal?” We believe perfect decisions will prevent an uncomfortable future.



But here’s the real issue: Fear of commitment isn’t driven by wisdom—it’s driven by fear of failure.