Nothing to Fear

Nothing to fear

So we just went through a month when fear is celebrated and scary things were littered across peoples’ homes and yards.  Halloween is a time when fear is celebrated and even fun for a lot of people.  Fear is something people understand very well and can often find strength in facing their fears and concerns.  Fear of death, in particular, is something we can all relate to in one way or another. 

That’s why I love Psalm 56, which is quoted in the New Testament as a reminder that the fear of what can happen to us physically does not have to control our thoughts.  In verses 3-4 of the Psalm the writer says…

Whenever I am afraid
I will trust in You.
⁴ In God (I will praise His word)
In God I have put my trust;
I will not fear.
What can flesh do to me?

Consider that the whole chapter is about the constant persecution the writer felt from his enemies, who were also hostile towards the Lord.  In spite of the threats he felt from those who would harm him, when he became afraid he trusted in God.  Why?  Because God is greater than any fear, any threat, or any harm we face.  Because God will not fail us, even if we face physical harm or suffering. 

Ultimately, the physical fears we have will be pointless once we go to be with God.  In this life God sees you, loves you, and will keep you holy so long as you trust in Him.  As the Psalmist said, let us put our trust in God, so that we will not fear.  After all, with God on our side, what do we have to be afraid of?

                                                                                                                        God bless,

                                                                                                                        Michael

A.M. Lesson:                           Grace and Judgment P1 3:  Our response

P.M. Lesson:                            Nobody’s Perfect Pt 3:  Perfect peace

Memory Verse:                        1 Corinthians 9:26-27