The movie Jaws came out when I was a kid. I recall being so scared that I would keep my arms and legs in the middle of my bed at night. I was afraid the shark was going to get me in my bedroom. Funny to think about. But back then, I was truly scared. Here are a couple of questions for you. First, what is it that causes you fear? Think about that for a minute. Secondly, how do you overcome fear? Think about that too. Here’s why: One of Satan‘s greatest weapons is fear. The snake that he is, he uses it every time he can to bring us down. To make us feel unworthy. On the other hand, probably the greatest weapon that God has is love. And that’s awesome. Because we can use God’s love to overcome our fears.
Here is something that I have read. “Love is something everyone wants. Fear is something everybody wants to get rid of. And there are four keys to overcome unhealthy fear in your life. Understand God’s Love. Experience God’s love. Believe God’s love. Complete God’s love.” When we understand that God’s love is limitless, we know fear has no power over us. When we truly experience God’s love, we feel the power it has over fear. When we believe in God’s love, we have the confidence to show others it’s power over fear. And completing God’s love is when we show others that fear can’t control us.
Today let’s thank God for his love for us. Let’s live knowing that when fear comes after us, God’s love has us covered. And the victory has already been declared. The cross did that for us. And if you don’t know God’s love, maybe today is the day for you to receive it into your hearts. He’s waiting. He’s willing. Actually, he’s wanting you too. He wants us to live lives without fear. Because he loves us. Always has. Always will.
