How to Beat Fear

"Fear not: for I have redeemed thee. I have called thee by name, thou art mine." 

Isaiah 43: 1-3 (KJV)

In today's culture, it is easy to fall into fear and worry. We tend to wear these emotions like an old pair of slippers, tattered and worn. We've become so used to them being a part of our wardrobe that we unintentionally allow them to replace the full armor of God.

We fret about the culture and where it is headed. What will the world be like when our children are older, and heaven help us, what about our grandkids? It's true. There is cause for concern. I'm not advocating an ostrich mentality, but as followers of Christ, there is a better way.

So, here are three actions we can take as Christ-bearers found in Ephesians 6:10-18. 

• Search out the promises of God, looking for those that speak to your situation. Then, commend them to memory for God's Word is the sword of the Spirit.  "I have hidden your word in my heart, that I might not sin against you."   Psalms 119:11

• Pray over the situation and talk to God about the fear and the worry. Let Him clothe you in His full armor. Ephesians 6:13 "Therefore put on every piece of God's armor so you will be able to resist the enemy in the time of evil."

• Then stand firm! Know that if God is for you, who can be against you. With the full armor of God in place, you are ready to do more than wring your hands or pacing the floors. You are ready for battle.

As God's Word tells us, we do not wrestle against flesh-and-blood enemies, but against evil rulers of the unseen world. And these are our weapons. 

Father,

Thank you that you equip us for the task. I give you the fear and worry that plague me at times. Let me remember to run to you first. Teach me to put on the whole armor and how to use each piece well. You are my rock and my fortress. In you, I place my trust.

In Jesus' name, amen.