Overcome Fear With Faith

My godly mother, who prayed me into the kingdom, frequently used to say she was “worried sick” about this or that. 

But here’s the plain truth: worry is a sin! Over and over, the Bible commands, “Do not worry!” It doesn’t do a bit of good, but it can certainly do harm — like causing ulcers.

Jesus bluntly challenged His followers:

“That is why I tell you not to worry about everyday life—whether you have enough food and drink, or enough clothes to wear. Can all your worries add a single moment to your life? Why do you have so little faith?” (Matthew 6:25a, 27, 30b NLT)

To illustrate His point, Jesus said,

“Look at the birds. They don’t plant or harvest or store food in barns, for your heavenly Father feeds them.” (Matthew 6:26a)

Have you ever seen a bird having a nervous breakdown? They don’t worry because they know God will feed them. And remember,

“Aren’t you far more valuable to him than they are?” (Matthew 6:26b)

Many worries stem from worldly desires. But trust is depending on God to provide.

Jesus said:

“These things dominate the thoughts of unbelievers, but your heavenly Father already knows all your needs. Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need." (Matthew 6:32-33)

When we walk closely with Jesus day by day, we find rest. But inner peace doesn’t come if we run here and there, wasting time and chasing worldly things. The world can corrupt us with its troubles, making us scared. After all, good news doesn’t sell newspapers! The devil wants to keep us on a treadmill with our nose to the grindstone, worrying about everything. But God says, “Fear not!”

As you face each day, don’t miss the blessing — it’s Him! God loves you and knows your true needs, whether they be physical, social, or financial. So come to Him in faith, give Him your burdens, seek His face, praise His name ... and He will supply!

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