Overcoming Fear
Ξ November 17th, 2009 | → 0 Comments | ∇ Self-improvement:Spiritual |
How are those changes coming along? According to God’s Word, the path of the just is like the shining sun, that shines ever brighter unto the perfect day. (Proverbs 4:18)
That means your life should be increasing constantly from one day to the next.
If you are struggling in this area, you are probably facing fears you’ll have to deal with.
In every change we want to make in our lives or every new step we want to take, we’ll encounter man’s greatest enemy: fear. Fear of the unknown, the complex, the inexplicable.
Fear has a way of paralyzing our actions. It has us cowering in a corner and forces us to settle for a level of life that is way below what God has intended for us.
If fear is the greatest obstacle to our growth, then why do we fear so much? Why can’t we just ignore the message of fear and focus on what God has put in our heart?
You can. But it will require some action.
Fear operates just as faith does. As a matter of fact, fear is a twisted kind of faith. It is also a form of belief. It believes more in the devil’s ability to harm us than in God’s ability to help us overcome the odds.
And just as faith is made strong by reading and hearing the Word of God, fear develops by allowing negative messages to access our minds.
We are bombarded with bad news daily. If it’s not the media it will be the colleague at work or our next door neighbor.
If we are not careful, we will very soon accumulate enough information that will justify all our fears.
This does not mean we should ignore bad circumstances, but we should never allow them to determine our outlook on life. There is a higher Truth.
While the whole world is going havoc, there is still an Absolute that stands as a huge rock in the middle of a raging sea: God’s Word and His promise of having empowered the human race to become more than conquerors through Jesus Christ.
Anyone who chooses to build his or her life on this rock will overcome insurmountable obstacles. He will be able to boldly confront life’s challenges and walk out in faith to achieve the seemingly impossible.
Oh, and remember…
“Do not fear, little flock, for it is your Father’s good pleasure to give you the kingdom.” (Luke 12:32)
G.F.I.
Go For It!
Bettina
who wants to inspire you to step out of that secure boat so you can walk on water!
PD If you are struggling with doubt and fear in your life, you can find more help here.