Every time I engage in a conversation with someone, inevitably the issue of fear comes up.
We live in a world where people allow themselves to be limited by their fears of hurt, disappointment, or criticism. People restrict their movements because they are afraid of disasters that will affect their physical safety, their emotional well-being or their financial security.They slip into valleys of fear, discouragement or a paralyzed state of inhibition.
Everyone knows what it is like to be afraid. We all have things we are afraid of. For some it may be storms, extreme height, dogs, traveling in airplanes, on boats, or spiders. The list can go on. There are hidden fears that motivate us too... fear of failure causes many people to never start or try anything.Fear of rejection makes us afraid to do something that could draw criticism or give someone a chance to laugh at us. Some are even afraid of dying.
I firmly believe there are only two kinds of fear. Fear that is good (not jumping off the Empire State Building) and fear that is harmful (what God allows to happen to those who reject Him).
We must not fear what man can do to us, but we must fear what God can do to us. Whether it is either one, fear paralyzes us and keeps us from doing the things we could or should.
Fear and phobias are a deadly combination. They can make our life miserable. Fear can stop you, bind you, and rob you. Fear does not make for good sense. God did not give us a spirit of fear.
Conquering fear is a matter of self-determination. It is a matter of dependence upon God, in whom we trust and love. We should not allow the pitiful attempts of fear to cripple us. Instead, we must experience God’s release from our fears. God is greater than any fear or problem we may have. What fear or phobia do you need to overcome? Now would be a great time to consider casting all your fears and anxieties upon God and He will sustain you. He will never let you down. You can seek God and find solutions for all your troubles and find deliverance from all your fears. Whenever we feel afraid we can trust God to provide whatever we need.
He makes us adequate with His adequacy. He gives us courage when we feel timid. Those who try to deny feelings of fear keep themselves out of touch with the experience of having to depend upon God for all things.
God will always replace our feelings of fear with His power to heal us. Too many people are carrying burdens that God did not intend for them to bear.
The holidays are upon us. There is nothing that takes the joy out of the holidays like being overwhelmed by fear, being afraid, worried, or frightened about situations and or fear deficiencies you may have.
This is a glorious time of the year and I believe the correct perspective makes it pleasant until the next holiday season.
Our fear is something that robs us of our joy. It’s unfounded but can be real nonetheless. However, we must not allow ourselves be afraid of things beyond our control or to be afraid of things that are not even a reality.
All of us have those things that intimidate day after day. Fears that hunt us down and accuse us and and make us feel miserable. But don’t allow yourself to live in a constant state of fear. Be careful about unfocused thoughts.
We celebrate a Savior who came into this world to bring us peace of heart not fear.
“Joy to the world, the Lord is come.” Every heart ought to prepare Him room so heaven and nature can sing instead of being sad and afraid.
I know one thing for sure, God is not the author of fear. He helps us to face our fears. He gives us the guts to do that. Being afraid is not pleasing to God.
We face our fear and get up and get on with our lives. Allow God to be your resource for dealing with your fear. Are you afraid of what life holds for you? Are you afraid of the uncertainty of tomorrow or the days and events that are before you? Yes, you can live in fear. But a complete love of God cast out fear.
As you are reading this post, write down things you are afraid of, your fears or phobias, and lay them before God to show Him your determination to face them and watch the wonderful peace of God flood your soul and life.
May the Almighty God strenght you in all and give you the boldness you need in all in Jesus Name ."Amen"
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