“When I am afraid, I put my trust in You”
Psalm 56:3

Suddenly, as we went about minding our business, the voices interrupted our daily lives. They got louder and more persistent. Doubts were planted into our hearts and we were afraid to go outside. We worried about our kids. We began to avoid other people, including our families.

Fear is real and cripples us, but we should not be afraid as other men. We leave the earth on his appointed day and need not fear death or judgement. Jesus laid down his life for his sheep and has given us eternal life. (john 10:27-28)

Christian friend, God didn’t give us a spirit of timidity, but of power, love and a sound mind. (2 Timothy 1:7) He also left us with peace that the world cannot offer, so let not your heart be troubled and do not be afraid. Take courage and go outside sharing Christ’s love with your neighbor. There is no fear in love, but perfect love drives out fear.

And now a word to you who doubt God and do not believe. Your death will also arrive on it’s appointed day and you have cause to worry. You will face your judge alone on that day. Fear him while you have breath and come to him in repentance. He won’t turn you away and you will have his love forever.

The TV was on and I heard the voices again. They’re trying to scare me and seclude me from others.
The Spirit reminds me of his power and tells me to go outside. There’s someone I need to talk to about Jesus.