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Fear not for am with you9/10/2023 ![]() As a young girl, my faith had not grown strong yet. We are His creation, and His love is forever. God loves us with a love we can’t fully comprehend. God doesn’t love us any less because we have fear. I am thankful that God is forgiving and understanding. From the fear of MRI machines to fear of the unknown, I have let fear take over my thoughts. In my own life, fear has crept its way into my mind and body. Is it Bad if a Christian Experiences Fear?Įvery person has experienced fear at one time or another. Our circumstances vary, yet our God remains the constant source of hope and love. We, too, can find trust and hope in the message Isaiah shared. Isaiah shared with the people how they should not be afraid. His words are often called poetic because the message flows like a song. Isaiah shares in Scripture how nations tremble before the Lord, but Israel should not be afraid. When we place our doubts and fears in God’s hands, we will be comforted by Him. ![]() What comfort we have knowing God is with us in every moment.įear may try to steal our joy. In God’s Word, we are reminded that God loves His children and we do not need to be afraid. Although we may know fear should not take control, sometimes that fear consumes us. Isaiah 41:13 reminds God’s people that He is with them. Isaiah reminds the people of what is to come in the future. Isaiah shares the promises of hope in God’s kingdom. Isaiah shares about the birth of Jesus and the ultimate sacrifice that would be made on the cross. Reading Scripture daily helps grow our faith and helps us understand how God truly wants us to trust in Him. Scripture is filled with meaningful and powerful lessons. God’s presence was evident every moment of every day and night. Through all the fear, God reminded me of His Words. When diagnostic tests were scheduled, fear began again. When good days would arrive, with no dizzy spells or vertigo, I was thankful. Fear was constant in every part of my day and night. Many tears and many sleepless nights had become a way of life. Cervical Vertigo was making me have horrible vertigo and fatigue. Also, this doctor diagnosed a condition no other medical professional I had visited knew about. My doctor diagnosed me with significant arthritis in my spine and neck. He provides comfort and peace from fear.Īfter years of dizzy spells, pain in my neck and spine, and not knowing if I would be able to participate in simple activities of the day, and many trips to various doctors, an answer was finally found. The Heavenly Father opens His arms and invites us to relationship with Him. God has given us His Word to study and glean knowledge of how we should live in each moment. God has given wisdom to medical professionals when extra help is needed. Fear does not have to overtake our lives. Maybe a medical diagnosis, an uncertain test result, fear for a loved one, fear of the unknown.the list goes on and on. ![]() Have you experienced fear? Yes, we all have had fearful times. ![]() God gave His commandments to guide us through every moment of this earthly life. When we read the words of God, we can be assured His message has powerful meaning. What Does ‘Fear Not for I Am with You’ Mean? “Fear not for I am with You.” God is with us always. Each moment is an opportunity to grow in faith. Questions for Today: Meditate on “for I am with you”.When fear comes and disrupts our thoughts, we can find comfort and peace in Him. But no matter what we face, we can depend on God’s promise: “Fear not, for I am with you.” Most of us will never experience the horrors Corrie knew. She replied firmly, “Jimmy, God was good when I was in Ravensbruk too!” He said, “Corrie, hasn’t God been good to give you this beautiful house?” One day her friend, the late movie director James Collier, was visiting. ![]() It was a luxury she never dreamed she would have (and one she never would have pursued on her own). After being imprisoned in the infamous concentration camp Ravensbruk, Corrie traveled the world telling her story of suffering, forgiveness, and joy.įor thirty-five years she never had a permanent home, but when she was eighty-five and in declining health, some friends provided her with a lovely house in California. Whenever I think of God’s faithfulness in the midst of suffering, I am reminded of my dear late friend Corrie ten Boom, the remarkable Dutch woman who, with her family, hid Jews from the Nazis. I will strengthen you and help you.”- Isaiah 41:10 “So do not fear, for I am with you do not be dismayed, for I am your God. ![]()
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