Remedy for Fear

Psalm 34:4 –“I sought the Lord, and He heard me, and delivered me from all my fears.”
     Former President Franklin D. Roosevelt hoped to ignite an optimistic outlook about the floundering economy during the Great Depression so he declared – “the only thing we have to fear is fear itself.” Fear often shows up in our lives when we are at risk of losing something – our wealth, health, reputation, position, safety, family, and/or friends. It reveals our innate desire to protect the things in life that are important to us, rather than fully entrusting them to God’s care and control. When fear takes over, it ripples us emotionally and saps us spiritually. We are afraid to tell others about Christ, to extend our lives and resources for the benefit of others, or to venture into new territory. A fearful spirit is more vulnerable to the enemy, who tempts us to compromise biblical convictions and to take matters into our own hands.
     The remedy for fear, of course, is trust in our Creator. Only when we trust the reality of God’s presence, power, protection, and provision for our lives can we share the joy that today’s scripture references - trusting in the Lord is the cure for a fearful spirit.
     Every day is a good day; it is up to us to make it a GREAT day. Be blessed! Rev. Dr. JoAnn

Excerpt from Daily Bread (2/20/12)- Joe Stowell