Fear can infect us early in life until eventually it cuts a deep groove of apprehension in all our thinking. To counteract it, let faith, hope and courage enter your thinking. Fear is strong, but faith is stronger yet.
-Norman Vincent Peale
When we are
fearful, it's difficult to remind ourselves that there are forces in this
world that are stronger than fear. Fear tends to take control of us, to
overwhelm us, to put us in a state in which we can notice only the
fear. And in those circumstances, the fear tends to build on itself
like a fire, growing as it catches hold of other parts of ourselves.
If we can keep our minds open to the idea that there are forces stronger than
fear, we can provide ourselves with a way out of the fear. As I grow
older, I find that I have ways to counteract fear when it appears, and most
of them have to do with reminding myself of the reality of the "big
picture" rather than focusing on the particular situation that's causing
me fear.
Fear depends on our attention if it's to survive. If we don't give it
the attention that it needs, if we're able to focus our thoughts elsewhere
and maintain our peace of mind, we're making sure that fear doesn't have the
conditions that it needs in order to thrive. If I can focus on my faith
in the bad things in life, then my fear will not rise past a healthy level--
and yes, a certain level of fear can be very healthy.
Faith does not mean a particular set of beliefs in God as defined by some
religious groups. Faith is our knowledge that life and God-- whatever
we perceive God to be-- are positive, loving forces that will take care of
us, and have been doing so since we arrived on this planet. Faith is
the knowledge that the truths in life are stronger than the lies that many
people spread in an attempt to gain whatever they need or want for
themselves.
Fear is as strong as we let it be. Faith is the same way. Which
do you choose to be the stronger force in your life?
Father, I don’t have what it takes to face today on my own. My energy is low, my spirit is weary, and the weight of what’s ahead feels heavy. But You are the God who gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak. I’m leaning into You this morning. Fill me with Your strength—not just enough to survive, but enough to walk in victory. I trust that Your power is made perfect in my weakness. Carry me today, Lord. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Just as the early Christians lived through trying times, so too have we. These experiences will not stop. From the beginning of time, people used distortions of facts as control, while others searched for truth. The world learned early the value of fake information to control others.- But many true believers relied on their faith.
Generations have been confused at the persecution of the church. Why? Instead of representing the goodness of God, it reflects greed and spiritual abuse. This is one reason the church is persecuted_ what it produces into humanity. The Christian church is not at fault. It is the people in the house of worship that accept or excuse non-Christian behavior. Most people blame it on the ministerial leadership; others blame the lifestyle of those who blaspheme and sin while holding the Bible in one hand and quoting scripture. Some blame laws, the manipulation of religion in government, as the laws do not reflect the teachings of Jesus Christ. Time to repent.
As we move into the season of lent, repentance, and renewal_ it is our time to examine our soul. Just because Jesus Christ sits at the right hand of God_ and we may be living as true believers while being excluded from humanity; does not mean that God has forsaken you. We must take ownership of our actions_ as well as trust God to keep his promise.
Be persistent in Prayer, use this period to reflect. God has done so much for you, me, and the world.. But what have we done for Him!!
Spiritual warfare
Take care of yourself. It may sound cliche, but too many young souls are leaving this earth. Leaving under unnatural circumstances. While most of us believe that you die when it is your time_ statistically, there are far too many ‘preventable deaths.’
We are beings that will always need protection. Not with guns, bombs, and other earthly weapons designed to kill or injure, although- the world may demand that we have armies and military power, every weapon available to our nation, is available to other nations. How can you survive a war when everyone is fighting with the same fire power? As a citizen, you have 'no say' in the relationships our nation forms; you will however, experience the consequences.
What we now face is a spiritual war. A fight between good and evil, and must be fought on a spiritual level. It will take a spiritual revolution to break the cycle of evil in this earth, and you hold the power. Most humans say they are christians- but not every person is in a close relationship with the Father. The darken spirits in power, CAN NOT know the God I serve. These dark spirits do not live or reflect the principles of Jesus Christ.
Keep living, praying, and trusting. God is not asleep. He is watching.. and as we prepare to pay homage to the crucifixion and resurrection.. God holds our fate in His hands.
I believe in miracles_ and they happen everyday.