To Fear of to Fear Not

Try to Understand instead of Fear.

Acknowledge your struggle – (common to man) 1 Cor 10:13

1 Corinthians 10:13 (NLT)

The temptations in your life are no different from what others experience. And God is faithful. He will not allow the temptation to be more than you can stand. When you are tempted, he will show you a way out so that you can endure.

Acknowledge your circumstances – (Can vary significantly) James 1:2-3

James 1:2–3 (NLT)

Dear brothers and sisters, when troubles of any kind come your way, consider it an opportunity for great joy. For you know that when your faith is tested, your endurance has a chance to grow.

Acknowledge your limitations – (everyone has strengths and weaknesses) Phil 4:12-13

Philippians 4:12–13 NLT

I know how to live on almost nothing or with everything. I have learned the secret of living in every situation, whether it is with a full stomach or empty, with plenty or little. For I can do everything through Christ, who gives me strength.

2 Corinthians 12:7–10 NLT

even though I have received such wonderful revelations from God. So to keep me from becoming proud, I was given a thorn in my flesh, a messenger from Satan to torment me and keep me from becoming proud. Three different times I begged the Lord to take it away. Each time he said, “My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness.” So now I am glad to boast about my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ can work through me. That’s why I take pleasure in my weaknesses, and in the insults, hardships, persecutions, and troubles that I suffer for Christ. For when I am weak, then I am strong.

Remember God does not always fix things. He often allow us to endure, learn, and mature with His guidance

Acknowledge your purpose – (to Honor and Glorify God)

Be Holy as He is Holy Lev 19:2; 1 Peter 1:16,

Glorify God 1 Cor 10:31,

Love God – Love People Matt 22:36-40

Acknowledge your God – (The Holy, Righteous, Just One)

Know what, who, when to fear.

Know what, who, when to fear not.

psalm 11:9

Psalm 111:9 NLT

He has paid a full ransom for his people. He has guaranteed his covenant with them forever. What a holy, awe-inspiring name he has!

Psalm 111:10 NLT

Fear of the Lord is the foundation of true wisdom. All who obey his commandments will grow in wisdom. Praise him forever!

Acknowledge the grace and mercy that God provides along the journey.