"Faith over Fear"

Reflections4Life February 15, 2015

“Faith over Fear.”

“For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.”  2 Timothy 1:7

Scripture Contemplation: Hebrews 11; 2 Timothy 1; 1 Peter 5; Matthew 8; 9; 1 Corinthians 2; James 1; 5…

There are so many things that we experience in our lifetime. Our life journey is filled with the good, the bad, the ugly, the unexpected, the awesome, and the heartbreak. Our experiences can either cause us to lose faith and fear life. Or, they can make us stronger; increasing our faith and kicking fear in the rear. Either way...we will be changed in some way by our life's experiences.

I pray today’s Reflections brings comfort and peace to your heart and mind. I decree it be a continued source of encouragement and inspiration for your heart, mind, and soul. Throughout the trials and tests of life, remember to let God lead you and to guard your heart. Knowing that God knows what to do and just what you need, and He has already done it. You just have to continue to believe and continue to choose faith over fear.

Honestly Speaking, I was not sure if I was going to write today’s Reflections. Then I thought about it: We already have the victory. The devil has been defeated. So, I am not going to wallow in my emotions or feelings. But instead, stand on my post, complete my assignment, and continue to believe God; taking Him at His word, claim the victory and kick fear in the rear by choosing to stand in my faith!

Sometimes things occur in life suddenly. It takes us for a loop. Many of us are knocked down, and sometimes do not get back up because we are afraid of what may occur next. It’s life. Things happen. But, when God has made a promise to you, you have to remind God and yourself of those promises. NO MATTER WHAT THE SITUATION LOOKS LIKE. God cannot lie. And as long as you continue to walk in faith, believe the word of God and do not heed to that spirit of fear, you will have the victory and see the promises manifest.

Of course, the journey is not easy. And the battle is not light. However,  through it all, God has us covered. We just have to speak His word, stand on His word, believe His word, and not accept any negative reports. Whose report will you believe? I will believe the report of the Lord.

And remember: It’s not about your strength, but about God’s Spirit.  “…not by might, nor by power, but by my Spirit saith the Lord.” Zechariah 4:6

My Beloveds, may the spirit of peace and prosperity find permanent rest in your lives. I decree that you are strengthened by the love and power of God in your lives today. Choose today and commit in your heart to choose faith over fear. Do not allow the situations you encounter in your life's journey to strip you of faith and condition your heart to fear. Life is not easy. And we will encounter some very difficult times. But it is our ability to choose faith over fear that will see us through. You are blessed. Now go…and be a blessing.

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