In the face of uncertainty and adversity, God's people are reminded not to let anxiety control them. According to Isaiah 41:10, believers can find comfort in the promise that God is with them, strengthening and helping them. The apostle Paul writes in 2 Timothy 1:7 that God has given believers a spirit of power, love, and self-discipline, rather than one of fear. The Psalms, such as Psalms 34:4, and Joshua 1:9 also encourage trusting in God's presence and power, while 1 John 4:18 notes that perfect love drives out fear, pointing to the ultimate source of courage and peace in Christ.
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Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen you; I will surely help you; I will uphold you with My right hand of righteousness.
For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control.
There is no fear in love, but perfect love drives out fear, because fear involves punishment. The one who fears has not been perfected in love.
Have I not commanded you to be strong and courageous? Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.”
The fear of man is a snare, but whoever trusts in the LORD is set securely on high.
The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside quiet waters. He restores my soul; He guides me in the paths of righteousness for the sake of His name. Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. Surely goodness and mercy will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever.
When I am afraid, I put my trust in You. In God, whose word I praise— in God I trust. I will not be afraid. What can man do to me?
Be anxious for nothing, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.
Be strong and courageous; do not be afraid or terrified of them, for it is the LORD your God who goes with you; He will never leave you nor forsake you.”
The LORD is my light and my salvation— whom shall I fear? The LORD is the stronghold of my life— whom shall I dread?
For you did not receive a spirit of slavery that returns you to fear, but you received the Spirit of sonship, by whom we cry, “Abba! Father!”
Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled; do not be afraid.
Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me.