Fear is an unpleasant emotion, that brings anxiety and concern about the outcome of a situation or the safety or well being of yourself or another person, a feeling of impending danger that may cause pain and suffering. Fear can also be a warning signal for us, so it shouldn’t be ignored but rather it should be evaluated and dealt with to determine what action needs to be taken.

If you are human, you have undoubtedly experienced fear in different ways in your life. I remember specific recurring bad dreams as a child that caused fear and even terror. I also remember fear that a person I loved wouldn’t love me back, or would hurt me physically. I’ve experienced multiple occasions of fear about situations involving my children and my grandchildren, especially after they became adults. I’ve also experienced physical pain that has caused fear about my future well being and quality of life as I age. Fear can paralyze our lives and control us to the point of stealing the joy out of daily living.

God’s word says that He has not given us the spirit of fear, but of love, power and a sound mind.” II Timothy 1:7

So, what can we do to deal with fear and break off the chains of this bondage? There can be freedom from fear when we bring it all to God and learn to trust Him with all the unknowns surrounding our fears. Jesus said one time as He was teaching the people, “Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to your life. Since you can’t do this little thing, why do you worry about the rest? Consider the flowers, they don’t labor or spin, not even Solomon in all his splendor was dressed like one of them….how much more will He clothe you? Don’t worry about what you will eat or drink, the world runs after all these things, your Father knows what you need. But seek first His kingdom and these things will be given to you as well.” Luke 12:25-31

To truly break the chains of fear in my life I had to believe God’s word and in His faithfulness to me as His child, above all my fears. The Bible says that God’s word is alive, sharper than a two edged sword, it penetrates to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow, it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart.” Hebrews 4:12. Believing God’s word is key in breaking fear from it’s control. Remembering that nothing takes God by surprise and that He alone is the Author and Finisher of our lives can bring peace over every fear. Sounds awesome doesn’t it?

Hebrews 12:2 says, “Fixing our eyes on Jesus, the Author and Perfecter of our faith, for the joy set before Him, He endured the cross and scorning the shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God the Father. Consider Jesus who endured the opposition of sinners, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart.”

I can still hear you saying, “I can’t stop thinking, worrying about what might happen? Then my friend, you must fix your eyes on Jesus and change your thinking to trusting that He holds all your tomorrows! Everything is temporary here in life, pray for guidance, seek godly counsel when needed. God can set the stage for your fears to be quenched by His love for you.

Phillippians 4:4-7 “Rejoice in the Lord always, and again say I rejoice (clap, shout and dance with joy) Don’t worry about anything but pray about everything with thanksgiving let your requests be known to God. And the peace of God , which transcends all understanding will keep your hearts and minds in peace in Christ Jesus.”

Faith over fear is possible my dear friend! Let His word rise up within your hearts and Rejoice in His love and provision for you in your journey.

In His Love, Sharon Kay