The LORD, the king of Israel, is in your midst;
you will no longer fear evil.
2 TIMOTHY 1:7 (CEV)
God's Spirit doesn't make cowards out of us. The Spirit gives us power, love, and self-control.
SUMMARY SENTENCE
The presence of the Lord squashes fear.
DAILY FODDER
- “I have always thought myself very big and terrible, yet such small things as flowers came near to killing me, and such small animals as mice have saved my life. How strange it all is!”
- Cowardly Lion, ‘The Wonderful Wizard Of Oz’ - When it comes to using the gifts that God has given to you why are you reluctant to put yourself out there? Practically speaking how does one counter this kind of cowardice?
King of Israel, you are in our midst; therefore, I need not succumb to fear or cowardice. You have given me yourself. In you, my fears and my reluctance are replaced with a renewed spirit. Rule and reign in me. Pour forth your power, love, and self-discipline in all I say or do. Amen. (Daily Texts, Ground Up Grace edition)
THE LORD’S PRAYER
Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your Name, your Kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. Forgive us our sins as we forgive those who sin against us. Save us from the time of trial and deliver us from evil. For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours now and forever. Amen.
