thats what i like to hear brit. give yourself some credit. you feel good, you know it. you feel bad, you know it. more importantly, you look into why you feel these ways and identify what is goin on with you. if i could be half as wise as you, i would be further on than i am. fear is tough. no one likes to feel that way. i've been reading LITB's threads last couple of days. good stuff. i was just reading this when i saw you posted...
This is the title of the evening meditation: WHEN FEAR COMES CHARGING IN
When I get really afraid I come to you in trust. Psalm 56:3
Fear is a powerful, unreasonable emotion. It influences how you think and react, and it even affects your physical well-being. Fear will stop you from reaching your potential or from allowing your loved ones to be all they can be. You know God is directing you in a certain way, but you refuse to step out in faith because of your apprehension.
Understand that your fear is based on an expectation of punishment-you believe it’s inevitable that only bad things will happen. Instead, you must focus on God’s character. God is all-powerful, all knowing, and completely loving. So obey him-he’ll only lead you in what’s best for you. With God, you never have to be afraid.
God, fear is a powerful influence in my life. Help me to obey you in faith and trust you whenever my anxieties come charging in. Amen
In God, whose word I praise, in God I have put my trust; I shall not be afraid. What can mere man do to me? Psalm 56:4
