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Fear is a natural part of the human experience. It arises when we are faced with uncertainty, danger, or the unknown. Whether it’s fear of failure, loss, rejection, or something else, fear has the potential to paralyze us if we allow it to. Yet, as believers in Christ, we have a powerful antidote to fear—faith. […]
OPIC: Be Not Afraid (DCLM Daily Manna 18 January 2025) KEY VERSE: “But straightway Jesus spake unto them, saying, Be of good cheer; it is I; be not afraid” (Matthew 14:27). TEXT: Matthew 14:22-36 (KJV) 22 And straightway Jesus constrained his disciples to get into a ship, and to go before him unto the other side, while he sent the multitudes away. […]
Fear is an emotion that can take hold of anyone at any time. Whether it’s fear of the unknown, fear of failure, or fear of loss, it often leaves us feeling paralyzed, unsure, and overwhelmed. But as believers, we are called to live by faith, not by fear. The Bible is full of promises and […]
Psalm 3 (RSV): O Lord, how many are my foes! Many are rising against me; many are saying of me, there is no help for him in God. Selah But thou, O Lord, art a shield about me, my glory, and the lifter of my head. I cry aloud to the Lord, and he answers […]
Psalm 56 (RSV): Be gracious to me, O God, for man tramples upon me; all the day long an attacker oppresses me; my enemies trample upon me all the day long, for many fight against me proudly. When I am afraid, I put my trust in thee. In God, whose word I praise, in God […]
Life presents challenges that test our strength and resolve. Whether it’s facing personal loss, financial difficulties, or struggles in health, we all encounter seasons of hardship. These moments, although painful, are part of the human experience. During these times, many seek comfort, guidance, and strength to help them navigate through the storm. In such trials, […]
Psalm 27 (RSV): The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life; of whom shall I be afraid? When evildoers assail me, to devour my flesh, my adversaries and foes, they shall stumble and fall. Though a host encamp against me, my heart shall […]
Psalm 91 He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High Shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the Lord, “He is my refuge and my fortress; My God, in Him I will trust.” Surely He shall deliver you from the snare of the fowler And from the […]
Life is full of trials, and sometimes the weight of the challenges we face can feel overwhelming. Whether it’s the loss of a loved one, financial struggles, health issues, or the feeling of being stuck in a difficult season, we all experience hard times. In such moments, it’s easy to lose hope or question God’s […]
Fear is a powerful emotion that can hold us captive and prevent us from stepping into the fullness of God’s purpose for our lives. Whether it’s fear of failure, fear of rejection, or fear of the unknown, it can create barriers that keep us from experiencing the victorious life that God has intended for us. […]
