How can we overcome fear in a fear-driven world? Fear and being afraid is something I’ve struggled with over the years. Fear of failure, fear of being around other people, and fear of the unknown.
To be real, I don’t have 5 easy steps to a perfect fearless life. It’s something I’m still learning to fight but I came across something recently that spoke directly to my heart. Here it is…
“Do not fear… The Lord Himself will fight for you. Just stay calm.”
The Pharaoh and his angry army were closing in. God took His vengeance out on the Egyptians with 10 plagues for enslaving the Israelites for 400 years and they were about to attack the Israelites. Then the Lord spoke to Moses and the Israelites saying “Do not fear… The Lord Himself will fight for you. Just stay calm” Exodus 14:14.
How can we remain calm when things are closing in all around us? Maybe you’re facing a relational issue, lacking provision, or you’ve had a tragedy occur. For whatever reason you’re feeling fearful right here and now. Fear can cause us to feel like we’re drowning if we let it.
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After years of struggling with fear, I began recognizing that fear comes from the enemy and is not from the Lord. Fear is a tactic the enemy uses to cripple us and keep us from our destiny. It causes us to question God and His plans for our life.
Fear is a tactic the enemy uses to cripple us and keep us from our destiny.Click To TweetWhen we continue to place our trust in God despite the circumstances we can’t control, God goes to work for us. Especially when we continue worshipping Him. He fights on our behalf even when we can’t see it.
I was debating on getting a banana chocolate shake from Braums today. I came up with all kinds of excuses of why I shouldn’t get it. Then I heard the words, “live your life”.
I know you’re thinking wow, getting a chocolate banana shake from Braums is “living life” for you Heather- that’s so lame- but yes it is. I want to remind you to “live your life” and enjoy the here and now too.
Whatever you’re facing and at whatever stage you’re at in life, don’t let the enemy keep you from enjoying the present with fear of the future. Get that chocolate banana shake!
“But when I am afraid, I will put my trust in You.”
Songs That Encourage Me
“It may look like I’m surrounded
But I’m surrounded by You”–Surrounded (Fight My Battles) by Michael W. Smith
“You are Way maker, miracle worker, promise keeper Light in the darkness, my God That is who You are Even when I don’t see it, You’re working Even when I don’t feel it, You’re working You never stop, You never stop working”
“Jireh, You are enough
And I will be content in every circumstance
You are Jireh, You are enough”
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Perfect timing! My anxiety has been up a lot more recently. Your post is so helpful for the way I’ve been feeling! I’m going to add those songs to my playlist. 🙂 And I love chocolate banana shakes. 😉
I’m glad it was helpful for you! I’m sorry you’ve been having more anxiety recently. I’ll keep you in my prayers. Chocolate banana shakes are the best! 😆