Fear Not

FEAR NOT
Isaiah 41:8-14, Matthew 28:6-10, Luke 24:36, Ephesians 1:5, 3:6
Ephesians 4:5-6: “…one Lord, one faith, one baptism; one God and the Father of all and through all and in all.”

Jesus always rushes to our aid when we’re frightened. Remember when He appeared before His disciples in their meeting room (behind locked doors) after He had risen from the dead. Would they be arrested? Huddling together after Mary told them Jesus’ tomb was empty, they were almost out of their minds! (Luke 24:36).

Jesus became flesh so that He could identify with us. We can never say, "God doesn’t get what it’s like being human." He totally understands our weakness. He gets it when we’re defenseless against fear. He knows our pain when our hearts are broken. That’s why He’s so quick to ease our fears by saying, "Fear not."

Here’s proof that we have nothing to fear: Isaiah 41:8-14 tells us what our Father told him. "...I have chosen you and have not rejected you; 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...Do not be afraid, O worm of Jacob, O little Israel, for I myself, will help you..."

Whenever you see the word “Israel” in the Bible, claim its heritage—because we (Gentiles) are adopted children as sisters and brothers of the Lord’s chosen people—Israel. We share in the promises of their inheritance (Eph. 1:6, 3:6, 4:6).

As a loving Father, God promises to be with us through everything. He claims us as our Father, Jehovah God. He is our sovereign—totally in control of the universe—Abba, Father (Galatians 4:6). He’s Who I want in my corner!

God gives us strength when we’re weak, uplifting us when we’re depressed. He encourages and sustains us when times get tough. He holds our hand when we tremble. "Be still and know I am God." Waiting for God to lead us becomes a gift of seeing His dominion and power at work. Who can be afraid with Him by our side?

Identify with being a child in God’s family. Fear is from the devil, so don’t believe his lies. God wants us to live in His peace.

Take Home Nugget

Isaiah 64:4 says, “No man has heard, nor eye has seen what God has prepared for him who wait for Him.” What an exciting thought. Waiting for and walking with God is how we abide in Him. What unforeseen future can you imagine He has for you?

Of all the things we want

The future holds what we cannot see.

But when we believe and hold onto His promises,

Who knows what will be?

J. D. Griffith

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