Are You Living in Fear?

We only have to look at the news or headlines around the world and realize there is ample reason in this world to cause us to fear, not to mention those things in our own families and close friends. The question then is how do we protect ourselves from the message of the world and those around us and not be paralyzed by fear?

God's word and promises however gives us the opposite message. "Fear not for I am with you". Yeah though I walk through the valley of death I will fear no evil".  I did a google search to find out how many times the bible tells us not to fear and I was surprised to find out there is a reference for everyday of the year. That is right, 365 times the bible says, do not fear! Ya think God might know what we are going to be faced with each day?

How many have ever played the child's game of paper, scissors, rock? If not, in this game there is one thing that always trumps the other and allows you to be the winner. We as Christians have the one thing that trumps all, Jesus that lives in us. Are we using that knowledge and putting on the whole armor of God, or are we surrendering our confidence and hope without understanding?

The questions we have to ask ourselves then are who am I going to listen to, where is our hope and are we looking to God to guide and direct our steps? When we can honestly answer these questions our "fear" should take a back seat to the scenes and messages of this world, and we can focus on his promises and blessings each day, even in the midst of lifes' storms.

Today, I encourage you to look to God's word and realize you are more than victorious through Christ Jesus! Claim your place as his child and move forward confidently, looking to the author and finisher of your faith!

Song: "From The Inside Out" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X-afZJ9_TIM