Do Not Be Afraid
Fearful To Fearless
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Proverbs 29:25
If you are afraid of people, it will trap you. But if you trust in the Lord, he will keep you safe.
Matthew 09:22 (NKJV)
Comment: Do not shy away from our responsibility in order to avoid trouble or temptation from man. Depend on the power of God whom we can trust.
Proverbs 03:25-26
Be not afraid of sudden terror and panic, nor of the stormy blast or the storm and ruin of the wicked when it comes [for you will be guiltless], For the Lord shall be your confidence, firm and strong, and shall keep your foot from being caught [in a trap or some hidden danger].
Proverbs 03:25-26 (AMP)
Comment: When you are caught off guard and become confused, never lose sight of the Lord who is our protector, let Him be your confidence.
Proverbs 03:21-24
My child, hold on to your wisdom and insight. Never let them get away from you. They will provide you with life - a pleasant and happy life. You can go safely on your way and never even stumble. You will not be afraid when you go to bed, and you will sleep soundly through the night.
Proverbs 03:21-24 (GNT)
Comment: Wisdom guides us through life, keeps us from temptation so that we can walk in confidence and without fear. We are protected by the one that never sleeps.
Proverbs 01:33
But whoever listens to me will have security. He will be safe, with no reason to be afraid.
Proverbs 01:33 (GNT)
Comment: When we seek and follow the counsel of God we are assured of being safe from evil and have no reason to fear it.
Matthew 08:25-27
The disciples went and woke him, saying, "Lord, save us! We're going to drown!" He replied, "You of little faith, why are you so afraid?" Then he got up and rebuked the winds and the waves, and it was completely calm. The men were amazed and asked, "What kind of man is this? Even the winds and the waves obey him!"
Matthew 08:25-27 (TNIV)
Comment: Christ answers the prayers of those that call Him Lord. He is able to calm our fear and strengthen our faith in the most turbulent circumstance.
Genesis 35:17
And when her labor was at its hardest, the midwife said to her, "Do not fear, for you have another son."
Genesis 35:17 (ESV)
Comment: Though pain and sorrows exist, we can endure knowing that a reward awaits us. As children of God we take comfort in being absolved with eternal salvation and look forward to what lay ahead without fear.




