This morning’s blog came with great emphasis in my heart this morning – no fear, not today!
All through the night a song from Sunday’s worship service kept running through my mind. It was published by Bethel Music, just last year, (I must give credit where credit is due), “No Longer Slaves”.
From my mother’s womb
You have chosen me
Love has called my name
I’ve been born again to a family
Your blood flows through my veins
I’m no longer a slave to fear
I am a child of God
I’m no longer a slave to fear
I am a child of God
Fear can be paralyzing; fear can be demoralizing; it robs the richness of life – an abundant life that Christ came to give us.
“ A thief comes only to rob, kill, and destroy. I came so that everyone would have life, and have it in its fullest.” John 10:10 CEV
“ God’s Spirit doesn’t make cowards out of us. The Spirit gives us power, love, and self-control.” II Timothy 1:7 CEV
Every day we are bombarded with fearful reports. “There’s a storm coming; the crime rate is up; the newest COVID cases; inflation; shortage on the grocery store shelves…and the list goes on.
NO!! Not today! I will not be a slave to fear, I am God’s child and He is my protector and my provision.
Not today! I am with the Shepherd and He uses His rod to beat back my enemies!
“I may walk through valleys as dark as death, but I won’t be afraid. You are with me, and your shepherd’s rod makes me feel safe.” Psalm 23:4 CEV
Not today! God is with us; He will protect us!
“Don’t be afraid. I am with you. Don’t tremble with fear. I am your God. I will make you strong, as I protect you with my arm and give you victories.” Isaiah 41:10 CEV
Not today! Christ is in control!
“Don’t be afraid! I am the first, the last, 18 and the living one. I died, but now I am alive forevermore, and I have the keys to death and the world of the dead.” Revelation 1:17-18 CEV
Not today, dear friend – you are God’s child and He has promised to never leave you!!