Finding Freedom from Fear….
The other day my friend shared words and a scripture she believes God gave her as a guiding theme for 2021.
Be Free
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It is for freedom that Christ has set us free…Galatians 5:1a
One area I believe God wants to bring freedom for many is:
FREEDOM from FEAR!
There are many types of fear. The list is long, but here are a few:
Death
Sickness/Disability
Poverty
Being controlled by a person or entity such as Government, Boss, Partner, or even God
Heights, Darkness, Water, Enclosed Spaces, Public Speaking
Critters of all sorts: Snakes, Spiders, Mice, Dogs, Cats, etc.
Abandonment, Rejection, Criticism
Failure, Shame
Helplessness, Victimization
Fear may be the underlying cause for behaviors such as worry, anxiety, depression, pessimism, insecurity, hopelessness, legalism, laziness, and anger.
The second part of Galatians 5:1 declares,
“Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery.”
How do we stand firm in the face of fear? I confess I’ve had my fair share of practice dealing with fear. In Thursday’s blog post, I will explain the process I find helpful.
Until then, may you journey forth in freedom…
