How to Face Fear

All of us face fear in our lives at one time or another. There are tragedies that grip our hearts; these are both personal and corporate that we see on the news or hear through other media. Sometimes, in the midst of these experiences, people who never took a thought of God begin to do so. But, unfortunately as with so many tragedies, after the initial shock and then the fears begin to subside, so does the religious fervor that came with it. Yet, deep in the hearts of many, those same fears reside, and though dormant, they are there until another tragedy stirs them up. What do we do with them, how do we deal with them on a permanent basis? Those of us who know God also have fears that reside within our hearts, it is a natural reaction, but what we do with them is the most important matter. The Word of God has much to say concerning this concept of fear. In fact, the command of God most often recorded in the pages of His Word to His own is the command to fear not! Sometimes there are other reactions and emotions that accompany fear, such as anger or uncertainty. What do we do with these? Again, the Word of God has the answer. Our strength is only as strong as the One on whom we lean! Therefore, the One on whom we must lean in times of fear and uncertainty is the One who loved us enough to give His very life for our sins on the cross. Of course we are referring to our Savior, Jesus Christ the Lord. The BBN Bible Institute offers over 100 free Bible courses that would be a blessing to anyone who may be facing situations or circumstances that may be causing fear. Two such courses that you may want to consider are number 51600, The Signs of the Times, taught by Dr. Charles Wagner, or number 50200, Some Problems We Face, taught by Dr. Dwight Pentecost. The answer to all our needs are found in the Word of God, and you may study free of charge at www.BBNBI.org. Be sure to check it out and tell a friend.