The Spirit of Fear
Good morning Scripture reading: Philippians 4:6-7 Worship song: Fear is a Liar Meditation: Daily we confront fear, and it has the potential to rob us of our joy and peace if we allow it to overwhelm us. Fear, according to the dictionary, is the feeling of anxiety and agitation caused by the presence or nearness of danger, evil, or pain. This type of fear causes you to doubt God's goodness and power. This fear is not of God. God did not give us a spirit of fear but of power, love, and self-control. This type of fear will keep us from fulfilling our responsibilities and prevent us from doing the will of God. The word of God reminds us in Isaiah 41:10 to fear not and be not dismayed, for God is with us; he will strengthen, help, and uphold us with his righteous right hand. There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear. Fearing man is a dangerous trap, but when you fear the Lord, you are protected. The fear of the Lo...