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Fear Not!
Fear – a God-given emotion when our mind alerts us to danger, real or perceived.
Anxiety – what we feel when our body is responding to the emotion of fear.
Concern – the thought process that mulls over and gives power to the object of our fear.
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 (NIV)
For I am the LORD, your God, who takes hold of your right hand and says to you, Do not fear; I will help you. Do not be afraid, you worm Jacob, Little Israel, for I myself will help you, ’ declares the LORD, your Redeemer, the Holy One of Israel. –Isaiah 41:13-14 (NIV)
For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind. –2 Timothy 1:7 (KJV)
Power: gives strength to serve courageously, endure patiently, suffer triumphantly, die gloriously.
Love: love for God casts out fear; love that endures persecution & gives kindness to idiots.
Sound Mind: to use discretion, not act irrationally, hastily, foolishly, to maintain godly character.
Give all your worries and cares to God, for he cares about you. –1 Peter 5:7 (NLT)
And now, dear brothers and sisters, one final thing. Fix your thoughts on what is true, and honorable, and right, and pure, and lovely, and admirable. Think about things that are excellent and worthy of praise. –Philippians 4:8 (NLT)
Questions for Part 1
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What step do you need to take this week to deal with your fears?
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What fears (future, failure, rejection, unseen threats, finances) challenge you most? When do you struggle to remember God’s presence? Who is your spiritual brother that you can confide in?
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Read 1 Peter 5:6-9 (“Humble yourselves… cast all your anxiety… “). How will you apply verse 7 to your next bout of fear?
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