Fear Not
“Fear not . . .” Isaiah 43:1
“Fear not” – words that make us stand a little straighter and feel a little stronger. “Fear not,” (and words of a similar context) are found in the Bible more than a hundred times.[1] We’re taught that fear and faith cannot coexist. A fearful saint is not a faithful saint. But if you – like me – find yourself in a tumultuous situation, that contrast between the two extremes is a very real and present tension. Like the father in Mark 9, we find ourselves pleading – “I do believe; help me overcome my unbelief!” (v. 24). Over and over I pray: “God, I know You’ve got this. I know you are faithful. I know You will never leave me nor forsake me. But I’m scared God. I don’t want to be. I’m trying not to be. But I am.” And He understands. He doesn’t chide or rebuke me – He just gives me reasons not to fear.
Fear not . . . for God has heard (Gen. 21:18)
Fear not for I am with you (Gen. 26:24) (My favorite)
Do not be afraid, the Lord will fight for you (De…
