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From Fear to Faith

Fear feeds anxiety. It takes hold of our thoughts and imaginations, painting worst-case scenarios that may never happen. Left unchecked, fear grows louder than faith. But Scripture shows us another way.

The psalmist was honest: “When I am afraid…” He acknowledged the feeling, but he did not stop there. He chose to put his trust in God. Faith is not the absence of fear. Faith is choosing to trust God in the face of it.

Paul reminds us that fear is not from God. What God has given us is power, love, and a sound mind. These are the tools we use when fear rises. Power that reminds us God is greater than our weakness. Love that casts out fear. A sound mind that steadies us in His truth.

Anxiety may whisper fear, but faith answers back with trust. Each time we shift from fear to faith, we declare that God is greater than what we face.

Prayer:
Lord, I admit that fear sometimes takes hold of me. Teach me to shift my focus from fear to faith. Fill me with Your power, Your love, and a sound mind.

Daily Challenge:
Write down one fear that has been feeding anxious thoughts. Next to it, write the words: “When I am afraid, I will trust God.” Say it out loud and let that truth quiet your worry.