God Is with You When You Fear

July 11, 2020
God Is with You When You Fear
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God Is with You When You Fear

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Show Notes

What makes you worry?

Some people fear being in crowds—that something bad will happen to them when they are in a large group of people. It’s understandable. A lot of horrible things happen in our broken world. But is there a peace we can find even when we’re in situations that make us nervous?

Other people have faced health scares in their families. They’ve seen how bad things can get, so now they worry about every little sickness. It’s understandable for them to be nervous about health stuff because they’ve dealt with such serious issues in their lives. What peace can they rest in—no matter what happens health-wise?

This world is a scary place because it is broken by sin and its effects. In our lives, so many things can cause our hearts to beat fast. So what can we cling to?

In Christ, we know God is right there with us. When we are worried, God listens to our concerns (Matthew 6:25-34; 1 Peter 5:7). When we are on edge, God stands with us (Romans 8:38-39). No matter what happens—good or bad—we have Jesus with us: we are never alone in what we are facing; we have true rest in Him (Matthew 11:28-30; 28:20). • Emily Acker

• What things make you worry? Have you brought these things to God?

• Read Revelation 21:1-5. As Christians, will we always live in a broken world?

• Jesus is with us through the Holy Spirit and through His body, the church (Romans 8:9-11; Colossians 3:14-16). Who are trusted Christians you can talk with when you’re worried?

• Worry and clinical anxiety are different issues. Clinical anxiety is a mental health issue. Worry is a nonmedical issue. If you need someone to talk to about anxiety, you can set up an appointment for a one-time complimentary phone consultation with a Christian counselor through the Focus on the Family Counseling Service. In the United States, call 1-855-771-HELP (4357) weekdays 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. (Mountain Time) to set up an appointment. In Canada, book your appointment by calling 1-800-661-9800 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. (Pacific Time) and ask to speak with the care associate.

Peace I [Jesus] leave with you. My peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Don’t let your heart be troubled or fearful. John 14:27 (CSB)

 

Read Verses:

Psalm 94:16-19

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