OVERCOMING FEAR
Faith in God builds! Fear cripples. One of the weapons the enemy uses against missionaries/ministers is fear. This is why the Lord promises over and over again that we should fear not! Faith in God and His promises, strengths us and gives us the wings and power to overcome the dart of fear thrown at us. Fear will sure come knocking at our door, we need to lean on God and faith in Him and His promises in such times as this. The strength of the Holy Spirit is available to us. It is a battle that can be won only in God strength.
Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9
There are some able- leaders who made a ship wreak of their lives by giving in to fear about the now, the future, what people will think about them, the unknown, the known. Many have allowed fear cripple and hence destroyed them. Many have allowed fear lead them off the path of God. Yes there are situations that Leaders will encounter that can knock them off their feet if their eyes are not fixed on God and faith in Him. Elijah ran from Jezebel because of fear of her words. Saul was terrified of what might happen to him if David continued gaining popularity............ Allowing fear to take control is heading towards destruction.
Yet we hear of men like Daniel, Jeremiah , Esther, Paul, Stephen and many others who in the face of death and great fear, choose to lean on the strength of God and believe the truth of God's word "Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; He will never leave you nor forsake you.” Deuteronomy 31:6
The happenings taken place in the world, wars, rumor of war, terrorism, persecution, economic uncertainty, natural disaster etc sure can cause great fear in the hearts of many.
Anxiety and fear creates room for sin. Surrender this to God quickly before it damages your soul and destiny.
Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid. John 14:27
"So do not fear, for I am with you;
do not be dismayed, for I am your God.
I will strengthen you and help you;
I will uphold you with My righteous right hand. Isaiah 41:10
THANK YOU LORD