Fearless

Fear. We all face it everyday. Fear in letting our children go off to school. Fear in facing that guy at the office who belittles our very existence. Fear in not measuring up to being the parent that we know our children need us to be. Fear of not fitting in with our peers. Fear. It creeps in when you least expect it. Fear. It is often the emotion that you don't even know you are experiencing. Websters defines fear as an unpleasant emotion caused by the belief that someone or something is dangerous, likely to cause pain, or a threat.

Fear. It sometimes cripples you from being able to do what God is clearly calling you to do. Witnessing to your friend, taking that leadership role in your church, starting that charity drive, beginning the foster care process, going on that mission trip, adopting or whatever God is whispering to you. Fear...can shake you. Don't let it.

The bible says in 2 Timothy 1:7, God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity, but of power, love, and self-discipline. I love this verse. It is empowering. It reminds me that God has given me a spirit of POWER, LOVE and SELF-DISCIPLINE. I can do whatever He asks with His guidance.

I love this quote by Billy Graham, Fear causes us to doubt God's promises and disbelieve His love. Fear can paralyze us and keep us from believing God and stepping out in faith. It is my fervent prayer that each of you firmly believes God's great love for you and learns to foster a spirit of fearlessness!

Blessings.