I would like to talk to you today about
running from fear. Anyone who listens to
the six o’clock news will know that we are
living in fearful and uncertain times.
Most people can be divided into two
groups, those who are running after
something and those who are running
from something. The hound dog likes to
chase the rabbit, but untrained dogs are
no threat to those quick and alert
bunnies. But the dog might disappear for
hours in eager pursuit in hope of
overtaking the frightened creature.
God’s children often run in fear of what
the future might hold for each of them. In
these days of uncertainty, the believer
may pass through times of worry and
anxiety even though the enemy cannot
overtake us. Do not let Satan chase you
from your domain of peace and shelter
which the Lord has provided in Himself.
Remember that He is with us in every
situation.
A friend told me about how afraid of
storms she had become. While on a trip,
the sky darkened, and the wind blew. She
began to pray, when suddenly, she
experienced the Peace that passes all
understanding until the storm passed by.
She added, “His comfort remained with
me throughout the trip.”
There are more blessings to come from
our Lord than to run in fear at every
change of circumstance.
Father, when I am afraid and the storms
rage, be my comfort and my refuge.
Amen.
Are not five sparrows sold for two farthings, and not one of them is forgotten before God? But even the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Fear not therefore: ye are of more value than many sparrows. Luke 12:6-7 KJV
