HELEN SANDERS
9-7-2024
HOW TO ELIMINATE FEAR
In Luke 21:6-28 Jesus speaks of what will be happening in the end times. In verse 26 we read, “Men’s hearts failing them for fear, and for looking after those things which are coming on the earth: for the powers of heaven shall be shaken.”
We can take this spiritually, or literally. I have seen how fear paralyzes people. They are tormented by fear. They are afraid of so many things. Fear of being alone. Fear of the dark. Fear of lack of finances. Fear that they might get sick. Fear, fear, fear. It is unending.
As we have taught recently, Satan uses fear to control non-believers and believers alike. So, how do we eliminate these fears?
In 1 John 4:18 it says, “There is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth out fear: because fear hath torment. He that feareth is not made perfect in love.”
We see that fear brings torment, but perfect love casts out that fear. This is not early, sensual love, it is the perfect love of God in us that does this. God wants us to focus on his love for us and not let fear control us.
In Joshua chapter 1 God gave Joshua a commission. Verse 9 says, “Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the LORD thy God is with thee withersoever thou goest.”
Joshua had a big job. He was taking over Moses’ leadership position, leading millions of Hebrews into the promised land. God wanted him to know that he would be with him just like he had been with Moses, and to not be afraid. We must remember that God has promised us that he will never leave US either. (Hebrews 13:5.)
Whatever comes our way, we know that God will be with us. Remember, God has given us the spirit of power, love, and a sound mind, (2 Timothy 1:7). but it is up to us to act upon that word. We must determine not to allow fear to come in. When it tries, say, “No! God says that his perfect love removes fear. I will not fear. I will trust God.” Do not entertain fear. Focus on the love of God in you. “…Greater is He (God and his love) that is in you, than he that is in the world.” [1 John 4:4].
Let your faith control you, knowing that God loves you and perfects your life with that love. His love eliminates fear. So, let it go! Choose God’s love daily and fear will have no control over you. When you cloak yourself in God’s perfect love, you will walk in victory without fear!
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