Love God Greatly-Fear & AnxietySample

READ: Matthew 28:18, Job 26:7-14

SOAP: Matthew 28:18 

Many of us have gone through times when the grip of fear has seemingly choked out all elements of joy in our lives. Because we are anxious about something, we stop participating in some of the activities we once enjoyed. We forget to nurture the relationships that are important to us. We never realize the power fear yields over us. 

To combat the power of fear, we must recognize that God is more powerful than our fears. When Job was in the midst of his affliction, the Lord reminded Job of His great power since creation. Even when Job was powerless over his circumstances, God remained in control.

When have you felt powerless over a circumstance in your life? When we face difficulties with our health, finances, families, careers, etc., it is easy to feel as if we are like Job. In these times, we must remember, that in Job’s weakest time, it was remembering God’s power that renewed His faith. How can hoping in God’s power help restore your faith in times of fear?

Father God, thank You for Your power. Forgive me for the times that I doubt. I pray that You will help me see Your power through Your creation and in my life. Thank You for how You are continuing to work in my life for good. In Jesus’ name, Amen.