What Does The Bible Say About Fear?
The Bible is an extraordinary book that teaches us a lot of things about life. It is a manual for life that gives us abundant joy and peace. The Word of God is also an incredible source of strength and courage. It gives us bravery when fear strikes our hearts. The Bible offers us knowledge and wisdom regarding what fear is and how we can successfully conquer it. 2 Timothy 1:7, tells us that “God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity, but of power, love, and self-discipline.” (NLT). This should encourage us Christians to be bolder and more confident in our Christian walk.
Being fearful can be overcome by our faith in God. It is when we trust God that we find the strength to defeat fear. Our God is awesome, and He is full of love. In fact, the Bible tells us that God is love (1 John 4:8 But anyone who does not love does not know God, for God is love.). By allowing these truths to seep into our minds, getting rid of fear should become elementary. 1 John 4:18 also tells us that “Such love has no fear because perfect love expels all fear. If we are afraid, it is for fear of punishment, and this shows that we have not fully experienced his perfect love” (NLT). Let us immerse our thoughts and feelings in this truth: His perfect love drives out fear.
God Is with Us
God also tells us, “Don’t be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be discouraged, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you. I will hold you up with my victorious right hand,” (Isaiah 41:10). We can be fearful about our future or what lies ahead of us but let us always remind ourselves that God is with us all the time—24/7 and throughout our lives. Remember when Jesus said, “don’t be afraid; you are more valuable to God than a whole flock of sparrows,” (Matthew 10:31). Rise up and be cheerful since the Lord is with us in every battle in life regardless of how scary and terrible it is. Jesus tells us to not be afraid when we feel weak, alone, sick, unheard, or even unloved. He is the Good Shepherd Who takes good care of His flock.
Trust in the Lord whenever fear envelops your thoughts. Let the presence of the Holy Spirit embrace you and give you freedom. Fear can imprison our joy or happiness, and it prevents us from doing what God wants us to do. Always ask for the Holy Spirit and He shall surely liberate you from all the lies of the enemies. The love of God has freed you from the snares and lies of the enemy. Remember that “where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty (2 Corinthians 3:17 For the Lord is the Spirit, and wherever the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom.). Psalm 56:11 tells us, “In God I trust; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me?” (ESV). This is why reading the Word of God is crucial to Christian living. The Bible gives us encouragement and declaration that obliterate fear inside our hearts and minds. Just like the psalmist, let us put our trust in God regardless of how frightening our situation might be. The key to bringing down fear is total and complete trust in the Lord Jesus Christ.
Finding the Refuge
Trusting God with all our hearts, minds, and souls is an act of refusal to give in to fear. The only way to get out of the dark is to seek the light. The Lord and His Word are our light. Remember that His word is a lamp to our feet and a light to our path (Psalm 119:105). We should rest in the fact that whatever God is doing, it is for our own good. And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose (Romans 8:28). It is when we hide behind the beautiful kingly robes of our Christ that we become brave and courageous. When we understand that God is our refuge, we will no longer be afraid of the things that come against us. Let us meditate on Psalm 5:11, “But let all who take refuge in you rejoice; let them sing joyful praises forever. Spread your protection over them, that all who love your name may be filled with joy.” (NLT).
