Beyond Our Fears
When I am afraid, I put my trust in you. O God, I praise your word. I trust in God, so why should I be afraid? Psalm 56:3-4
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Have you ever found yourself in such a frightening situation that it pushed your “panic button”? Some people face that kind of fear because of a dreadful circumstance. Others may fear failure, rejection, illness, or death. Children often fear the dark and want their parents to hold their hand as they walk into a dark room.
Whatever you fear, you don’t have to handle it alone by working harder, trying to control things, living in denial, or worst of all, backing away from God and his promises. Instead, these Scripture verses tell us we can turn to God when we are afraid. As we honestly admit what we’re afraid of, our fear can actually draw us closer to the Lord than we ever thought possible. Reading God’s promises in the Bible gives us assurance that we are not alone in this fearful place. God has promised to be with you in every situation and to never leave you, so you can put your trust in him. He is the source of our courage and security. He can turn your fear into faith.
Prayers:
LORD, you have said that when I’m afraid, at the very point of my anxiety, I can put my trust in you and experience your protection. I thank you for your Word that promises your presence with me. You are my heavenly Father, so please hold my hand in dark and frightening circumstances, and help me to trust you and walk close to you today.
Quotes:
YOUR FEAR IS A HANDLE FOR LAYING HOLD ON GOD. WHEN YOU STOP RUNNING AND FACE YOUR FEAR HEAD ON WITH FAITH, YOU FIND GOD. IT IS HIS PRESENCE AND POWER THAT MOVE US BEYOND OUR FEARS—PAST, PRESENT, AND FUTURE.
Bruce Larson
The One Year Bible Readings for today are: Isaiah 10:1–11:16; 2 Corinthians 12:11-21; Psalm 56:1-13 and Proverbs 23:6-8.
