S. Proverbs 29:25 (NIV) “Fear of man will prove to be a snare, but whoever trusts in the Lord is kept safe.”
O. Solomon teaches that fear is a trap. It locks us into solitude. It’s like quicksand. You can’t move and if you do, it isn’t forward. It keeps us from forward movement spiritually and from being productive. However, FAITH in the Lord frees us. We can move forward in life and know that with God’s leading, we are safe.
A. Since faith is the antidote to fear, then I will do all I can to build up my faith. I’ll pray more. I’ll read the Bible more. I will read other books by christian authors that will build up my faith. I’ll listen to not only my own messages, but messages of other preachers/speakers that are also champions in the Christian faith. I’ll then be like a sponge, I’ll soak it all in and then give it all out to encourage and build up others.
P. Thank you Father for your word. The enemy often uses fear to keep me (and God’s people) stagnet. Holy Spirit fill me and guide me to build up my faith and in doing so, overcoming fear, bearing fruit which builds others up in their faith. In Jesus’ name!
