Posts with the tag “fear”

"But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth." – Acts 1:8The power of the Holy Spirit is not a theory. It is not an idea to study or a concept to debate. It is real, active, and available to you right now. When the Holy Spirit came at Pentecost, it was not a quiet moment. It w...  Read More

"But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth." – Acts 1:8Imagine being one of the disciples after Jesus was crucified. You watched the one you followed, the one you believed was the Messiah, die in the most brutal way possible. Now you are hiding in an upper room, afraid for y...  Read More

"Now there are varieties of gifts, but the same Spirit." – 1 Corinthians 12:4Imagine it is Christmas morning, and there are beautifully wrapped presents under the tree with your name on them. Would you leave them sitting there, untouched? Right now you’re thinking, pastor, you’re crazy! I would open every single one, eager to see what is inside! No one would walk away from a gift meant for them an...  Read More

"For God gave us a spirit not of fear, but of power and love and self-control." – 2 Timothy 1:7Your emotions are real. Fear, anxiety, sadness, anger, these feelings exist, and you have probably experienced all of them at some point. But just because you feel something does not mean it has to control you. The enemy wants to disturb your mind, trouble your heart, and agitate your emotions. If he can...  Read More

"For whoever would save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for my sake will find it." - Matthew 16:25 What is it that keeps you up at night? What’s the thing you hold so tightly that the thought of losing it makes your stomach turn? Maybe it’s your reputation, your success, your security, or even a carefully crafted version of yourself that you present to the world. Whatever it is, ...  Read More

"Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, and before you were born I consecrated you; I appointed you a prophet to the nations." - Jeremiah 1:5 Your life is not random. You are not just a product of circumstances, genetics, or chance. Long before you took your first breath, before anyone even knew you were coming, God knew. He formed you with intention, designed you with purpose, and spoke over...  Read More

"Delight yourself in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart." - Psalm 37:4    Have you ever wondered if the dreams in your heart are really from God? Sometimes we think that what we truly want for our lives isn’t aligned with God’s plan, as if our deepest desires and God’s will are somehow at odds. But what if the very dreams that fill your heart were put there by God Himself? Wh...  Read More

"Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go." - Joshua 1:9   In biblical history, the word "valor" resounds as an echo of courage, a symbol of fearless determination in the face of adversity. It's not merely a choice but a conviction, a steadfast resolve to rise above fear and embrace boldness....  Read More

"The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding." - Proverbs 9:10   A healthy fear of God is not about living in constant terror but rather about understanding and acknowledging His awe-inspiring, holy nature. It is recognizing that God is beyond our comprehension, and this awareness profoundly impacts your life in ways you may not even realize. Pro...  Read More

“For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ, so that each of us may receive what is due us for the things done while in the body, whether good or bad.” - 2 Corinthians 5:10  In today's society, the fear of judgment often looms like a dark cloud, threatening to obstruct our path toward living out the extraordinary plan God has for us. We live in a world where the opinions and expecta...  Read More

"Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go." - Joshua 1:9   Chasing God's purpose for your life requires courage. It means stepping out of your comfort zone, trusting in God's guidance, and embracing the unknown with unwavering faith. Just as Joshua was called to lead the Israelites into the Promised Land, you too have...  Read More

"Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us." - Ephesians 3:20 (NIV)   In our journey of faith, we often unintentionally place limits on ourselves, hindering God from fully working in our lives. These self-imposed barriers can stem from fear, doubt, past failures, or a lack of confidence in God's limitless power. Howe...  Read More

"Do not judge, or you too will be judged. For in the same way you judge others, you will be judged, and with the measure you use, it will be measured to you." - Matthew 7:1-2   Today I want to talk to you about a topic that's been on my heart: loving more than we judge. It's so easy to judge others and make assumptions based on their actions or appearances. We often forget that we too have our own...  Read More

“And with that he breathed on them and said, ‘Receive the Holy Spirit.’” - John 20:22  Is fear holding you back? Has God given you a dream or a purpose you know you must fulfill, but you just keep putting it off because of fear? Unfortunately, fear is often the strongest handicap that keeps people from achieving their dreams and goals. As a believer, one of the best feelings in the world is when y...  Read More

“Yes, if you call out for insight and raise your voice for understanding, if you seek it like silver and search for it as for hidden treasures, then you will understand the fear of the Lord and find the knowledge of God.” - Provers 2:3-5  What would your life look like right now if you could think like God? You could take this question in a number of different directions...but just think about it....  Read More

“Yes, each of us will give a personal account to God. So let’s stop condemning each other. Decide instead to live in such a way that you will not cause another believer to stumble and fall.” - Romans 14:12-13  As we continue to look at reasons we might be delayed in obeying God’s calling, I want to shift your focus to perhaps the number one reason people don’t do what they set out to do. And that ...  Read More

 “For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity, but of power, love, and self-discipline.” - 2 Timothy 1:7   Do you have a spirit of fear? Do the difficulties, challenges, or hardships life throws your way lead you to faith, or do they lead you to fear? If you are not a Christ follower, it is understandable why hard times would make you fearful. You are not in control, and you have no ide...  Read More

“Therefore, with minds that are alert and fully sober, set your hope on the grace to be brought to you when Jesus Christ is revealed at His coming” (1 Peter 1:13) In our previous devotion, we discussed how the Lord works through tragedy. While we don’t want to walk through pain, the experience produces perseverance, and this perseverance paves the way to hope.            We’ve touched on the subje...  Read More