Fear

God encourages us to be brave. But what does that mean, exactly? Here's a secret: It's not just doing what scares you. This 6 day plan helps you see what it means to be in sync with God in such a way that equips you to be brave, even when it's hard. Read along and invite him to equip you in new ways this week.

You Can Be Brave: Trusting God in the Unknown

Welcome to FearBusters! In this devotional series, we'll be looking at how to overcome fear through Jesus. When we’re surrounded by illness and uncertainty Jesus tells us to keep our eyes fixed on Him! This week we’re learning that God makes us Brave.

Fear Busters (Week 1)

Fear is NOT your friend.  Fear invites all types of EVIL into your life.  Ask Job (Job 3:25). It’s NOT your Father’s plan for you. Meditating or thinking about the truths in God’s word will dislodge and dissolve fear-filled thoughts -replacing them with new thoughts and reality of FREEDOM, SAFETY, and SECURITY.  Nope – we’re not making this up. That’s what your Lord Jesus says in John 15:7. 

Freedom From Fear, Part 2

Have you ever felt alone and persecuted? Perhaps had a hidden secret exposed to the light of day? The theme for these guided meditations is disclosure.  To find freedom and the mercy of God through the companionship of others. To not live life alone, but celebrate the freedom found in Christ and seeing others as Christ sees you. Finding companionship by showing mercy to the least of those around us.

Feeling Alone

Choosing to be joyful in the midst of hard times is definitely easier said than done.  One of the most prominent people to ever go through hard times and come out better is Job. This plan will explore this peculiar book in the Bible to learn how to persevere during hard times without giving up or losing faith.

When the Going Gets Tough

What does the gospel say about your fears? What does it say about the irrational ones, like sinkholes in the Target parking lot? How does it speak to the rational ones, like PET scan predictions? And does the gospel have a word for the fears you feel you'll have for life, like the possibility of losing the one you love most?

What Do Women Fear?

Do you know God's responses to these 48 statements? Jesus quoted Scripture to refute Satan. Be prepared at all times in your mind and heart for the world, the flesh and the devil's deceptions! You may want to read several per day. MemLok has 500+ more like these. Consider memorizing God's Word in your favorite YouVersion translation, one verse a week. Leaders do. Someone is following you!

Satan's Lies, God's Replies

Are you tempted to chase whatever shiny thing is in front of you? Me too, brother. But God designed us for so much more and our desire for the things of this world only sets us up for disappoinment. This 7 day plan will help reset your priorities this week as you invite God to show you what He wants you to focus on and as He reorders your priorities.

Adventure Awaits // but Not if We're Distracted

Which is worse – being scared or fearful?  Being scared appears to be momentary and driven by our circumstances.  It seems though, that fear has a deeper root, that extends down to our core beliefs.  A common fear sounds like I will let my family down – but is it valid?  Scripture provides three qualities that when coupled together are extremely powerful when fear arises - let’s explore those together.