Fear Knots

Fear knots – we all get them –

  those uncomfortable knots in the pit of the stomach 

when we hear yet another story, 

see yet another newscast,

   or face yet another unwelcome report from the doctor.

Fears of what could happen, 

or what did happen,

political unrest,

economic uncertainty

and social disturbances 

all unite in an enormous effort to destroy our peace 

and render us ineffective in our parenting, our marriages and our witness.

            Joy and contentment are overshadowed by the reality of living in a troubled world.

The Bible has its own share of “Fear nots.”

Consider this verse:  “Fear not for I am with you, be not dismayed for I am your God. 

I will strengthen you and help you. I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” 

(Isaiah 41:10).  God’s “Fear not” is accompanied by the promise of His enabling presence.

Even when facing possible danger we can act with wisdom and appropriate caution 

without living in fear. 

When our minds meander down the path of “What if?” 

 we can grab one of God’s “Fear Nots” and hang on.

Oh, and when we are weak and tempted to let go - He'll hold onto us!

Holding on tight!

Ruth

Here are some more “Fear Nots”

Deuteronomy 31:6, 8

Joshua 1:9

1 Samuel 41:13

Joel 2:21

Matthew 10:28-31

Luke 12:7

Hebrews 13:6

1 Peter 3:14