-2 Timothy 1:7
There are many things in this world that can cause us to shrink back in fear. There are things that we should definitely be cautious about and have a healthy fear. An example of a healthy fear would be a fear of snakes if you live in a place where there are poisonous snakes. Thankfully, I live in a place where there are no poisonous snakes around.
Sometimes we experience fear at trying something new and wonder if we will fail or not. I was at a Bible study the other day and we were studying about the Church in Philadelphia in the book of Revelation. Jesus told them that there was an open door in front of them.
Sometimes God puts an open door in front of us as well. We have a choice either to go through it or shrink back in fear and miss out on a great blessing and opportunity to serve the Lord. A few months ago I heard about a Ministers Conference that is going to be held in my state where I live. Pastor Jim Cymbala from the Brooklyn Tabernacle will be leading it and I so wanted to go. I was disappointed that the free conference was sold out of the free tickets they we issuing. I noticed that there was a waiting list available on the website of the Conference so I filled out my information and then just forgot about it.
Yesterday, I got an email and a voice mail on my cell phone about the Conference. A ticket was made available for me. I had to reply by 12:51 pm yesterday. I looked at the clock yesterday after I looked at the email from the conference and it was 12:50pm. So, I hurried and replied. I filled out some information and they sent me an electronic ticket.
I want to go, but I would rather go with someone. It is a 2 hour ride and in the past I experienced panic attacked while driving on the interstate. I have been able to drive around on normal roads thankfully with no problem, but there is that fear in the back of my mind, "What if I have another panic attack on the highway on my way to the conference?"
I am one of those overly nervous people at times. I want to have strong faith and trust in the Lord, but I know I weak. There is nothing Christ like about me. I need the Lord's help through the indwelling of the Holy Spirit to help me over this hurdle.
I would ask for your prayer that God would provide someone to go with me or that He would give me a dose of courage to go to the conference. Every thing seems to be falling into place that this is God's will. I am tempted to not go which would be a lost opportunity. This maybe the opportunity of a life time.
The Lord hasn't given us a spirit of fear or of timidity. He has given us believers in Christ the Holy Spirit to equip us with power, love, and self-discipline. We don't need to fear for the Lord is with us, but sometimes the enemy loves to fire those darts of fear at us to prevent us from doing God's will.
Lord,
HELP! Help us to overcome our fears.
I thank You for Your great love and mercy.
Help me not to be afraid.
Help each of us to trust You more.
Empower us Holy Spirit to live more boldly and be more loving.
Provide for my need I pray O Lord.
In Jesus Name I pray,
Amen.
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