“Fear not, for I am with you; Be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, Yes, I will help you, I will uphold you with My righteous right hand (Isaiah 41:10)." Yesterday I woke up from a comforting sleep and went into the hallway. Moments later, my son followed me. As... Continue Reading →
The Fear of the Lord Produces Wisdom
"The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and the knowledge of the Holy one is understanding (Prov. 9:10)." In the Bible, the word "fear" has many connotations. For instance, fear can mean respect in the way an employee views his or her boss (Josh. 24:14). It can refer to a scary or... Continue Reading →
Strategies for Overcoming Fear and Anxiety in an Anxious World
The Bible discusses two types of fear: healthy, God-honoring fear and irrational, cowardly fear. The first type of fear is the fear of the Lord. For instance, the fear of God is the beginning of wisdom (Prov. 9:10), it leads to life and peace (Pro. 19:23), and is a powerful emotion for our good (2... Continue Reading →
Trusting in God’s Strength through Trials
We depend on many things to get us through our daily lives. A couple of months ago, I was driving to the college campus and I hit a huge pot hole. I didn’t realize it at the time, but air was slowly leaking and I continued to drive on it back home. The next day I got... Continue Reading →
Top 10 Greatest Fears of All Time
Fear is a distressing emotion aroused by danger, evil, or pain. It can be triggered by emotional threats from the past, insignificant issues in life, or from imaginary threats, of which 60% will never come true. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, 6.3 million Americans suffer from fear and anxiety. Here are the top 10 most reported fears: 10.... Continue Reading →
Don’t Allow Fear to Choke your Joy in God
"Be anxious in nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving, let your requests be known to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all human understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." -Philippians 4:6-7 I have flown on numerous airplanes throughout my lifetime. When I was a... Continue Reading →