Faith Over Fearਨਮੂਨਾ

Joseph chose obedience over opinion. He took Mary as his wife not because it made sense to others, but because he trusted the voice of God.

And he’s not alone.

Noah built an ark while the skies were still clear. Moses returned to Egypt with a speech impediment and a message no one wanted to hear. David danced with joy before the Lord, even when others mocked him. Again and again, the faithful were willing to look foolish in the eyes of the people around them.

The fear of what others think is real. It can paralyse us, silence us and hold us back from saying ‘yes’ to what God is asking. But faith doesn’t wait for everyone’s approval. Faith steps forward with courage, even when it means standing out, being misunderstood or swimming upstream.

What mattered most to Joseph wasn’t his reputation or his place in the community, but the reverence, the adoration, the trust he held for his Heavenly Father.

What story might God be writing through your obedience?

Is fear of the opinions of others holding you back from saying ‘yes’ to God? What would change if you truly believed his voice mattered most?

Lord, help me to care more about your calling than the approval of others. When I’m afraid of being misunderstood, give me courage like Joseph to walk in obedience. Let your voice be the one that leads me. Amen.