Dr. Johnson. Org
Are you gripped with fear today?
Fear has gripped mankind like
a mass epidemic. Failures of the past, problems today and the uncertainties of
the future, all bring fears inside us.
One man's fear may not be
another mans'; meaning, the fear of one who has fallen into a furnace of fire
is blazing fire and the fear of one who has fallen into a lion's den are lions.
Perhaps one who has fallen into the fiery furnace may not understand the
difficulties of the one fallen into the lion's den. He may thus say,"
That's nothing so painful, look at my condition." Like wood is heavy for
the elephant to carry, so is a grain of rice for the ant."
People near and dear to you
may not understand the fear or problems that are troubling you. They may ridicule
you, but remember Jesus Christ loves you and He wants to deliver you from the
fears and worries that are destroying your life today.
We can perhaps say that a new
born child may not have any fears. He cries when he has a need and when that
need is met, becomes quiet. But this same child, when he grows in wisdom,
knowledge and understanding, different fears begin to take shape in his life.
Many circumstances in life bring bodily pain, weakness, despair and mental
agony. This in turn brings about several fears in his life. When these fears
begin to control his mind, he becomes weak bodily and mentally.
What then is the remedy to
these fears that threaten to destroy our lives?
Believing firmly in Jesus
Christ and His promises are the only way to rid ourselves of fears that often
grips our lives.
Because Jesus Christ loves
each one of us, He wants to give us the peace that passes all understanding. He
wants to comfort us in our painful circumstances. He says,
"Peace I leave with you;
my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your
hearts be troubled and do not be afraid."(John14:27) (New Testament- The
Holy Bible)
Many of the prominent
characters in the Word of God, the Holy Bible had fears in their hearts because
of the problematic circumstances in their lives. Abram, Isaac, Jacob, Moses,
Joshua and Gideon in the Old Testament and Joseph, Mary, Peter, Paul and John
in the New Testament were fearful because of certain difficulties that they
faced. Though the circumstances bringing fear in each of their lives were very
different, God's promise to all was the same-"Fear Not, I am with
you."
Is there fear in your heart
today? Are you troubled because of trying situations in your life?
God's promise to you is the
same, as it was to them- -"Fear Not, I am with you."
I hope that as you read this
book, your faith in Jesus Christ and His wonderful promises rises to a level
where you will actually be delivered from the fears that are troubling you
today.
I do not know what fear is
troubling you today. I am penning some of the fears that often trouble people.
Perhaps one of these fears has been troubling you lately.
Will I fall sick? Will my
sickness aggravate? Will I die?
What of my children's future?
Will I fail again?
Will I get the job?
Will I pass/excel in the
exams?
Will my earnings/bank balance
get depleted?
Will the witchcraft and
sorcery that people are doing against me destroy me?
Will I get the right share of
property?
Will my spouse be unfaithful
again?
Will I remain childless?
Will my spouse die and I be
left alone?
What of the alcoholism,
smoking, dirty habits of my spouse?
Will a thief enter my house?
Fear of the night, fear of
travel.
Fear of God's wrath, Fear of
wrath of others.
This is an unending list.
The Savior of the world Jesus
Christ is mighty to deliver you from all these fears. He says,
"So do not fear, for I
am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and
help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand."(Isaiah 41:10)
(Old Testament- The Holy Bible)
If New testament believers
have to have a victorious Christian life, the above mentioned characteristics
are essential in their lives. If you have Jesus Christ as your Saviour, you
must separate from idol worshippers and unbelievers (not follow their practices
because they are contrary to the Word of God) and worship the Lord in spirit
and in truth. The Bible Says,
"Do not be yoked
together with unbelievers. For what do righteousness and wickedness have in
common? Or what fellowship can light have with darkness? What harmony is there
between Christ and Belial? What does a believer have in common with an
unbeliever? What agreement is there between the
If you are truly living a life according to the verses mentioned
above, no divination or sorcery or witchcraft or blackmagic will work against
you.
Just check your life and see
whether you are living like that? If yes, then the Lord gives you this
wonderful promise,
"In righteousness you
will be established: Tyranny will be far from you; you will have nothing to
fear. Terror will be far removed; it will not come near you. No weapon forged
against you will prevail, and you will refute every tongue that accuses you.
This is the heritage of the servants of the LORD, and this is their vindication
from me,"declares the LORD."(Isaiah 54:14,17)
Be hopeful. God will fight
for you against your enemy Satan. He will be a shield and buckler for you. He
will save you from the viles of the wicked one.
A group of dangerous men once
set out to kill a very humble and faithful servant of God because he had been
preaching to them to change their wicked ways. Living in a very small house, he
could hear the shouts of the men coming to attack him. He fell to his knees and
prayed fervently to God to save him from those wicked men. He continued in
prayer even though they were getting close to his house and could attack him
any moment.
When the men approached the
house, they were amazed at what their eyes beheld. There was a great ring of
fire burning all around the house and huge men in white shining garments with
drawn swords standing in front of the house; they could not approach the house
because of the blazing fire. After much time had passed, each one went away
dismayed because they could not do anything. The servant of God continued with
his prayer and praises.
Praise God. He protects his
children by sending angels and with a wall of fire. The Bible says,
"The angel of the LORD
encamps around those who fear him, and he delivers them."(Psalms 34:7)
"And I myself will be a
wall of fire around it,' declares the LORD, `and I will be its glory
within."(Zechariah 2:5)
Once the Syrian army came to
capture the prophet Elisha. They surrounded the city of
The prophet Elisha told him,
"Don't be afraid,".
"Those who are with us are more than those who are with them."
And Elisha prayed, "O
LORD, open his eyes so he may see."Then the LORD opened the servant's
eyes, and he looked and saw the hills full of horses and chariots of fire all
around Elisha. (2 Kings 6:16,17)
Jesus protects and delivers
his children wonderfully. Covering us with His blood, by sending angels and
with a wall of fire.
If you are being tormented by
thoughts of fear from the enemy, Jesus has this to say to you,
"Be strong and
courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the LORD your
God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you."(Deuteronomy
31:6)
God knows all about the fears
in our minds. He is able enough to deliver us from all these fears.
He says, "Fear not, I am
with you."
Pray this prayer to rid
yourself from all the fears that have gripped you.
Dear Father in Heaven,
"I praise and glorify
you for your promises and assuring verses that say,"Fear not."
Kindly deliver me from this
fear ( tell God your fear)that is troubling me today.
I believe that if your Son
Jesus sets me free,I will be free indeed.
Deliver me from this fear O
Lord, by the blood of Jesus and by your
Word.
Fill me with the power of
your Holy Spirit, O Lord.
In Jesus Name I pray,Amen.