Feeling afraid or unworthy doesnt disqualify us from being used by god. It tells us that god is not really concerned about us. Nehemiah is an exciting and inspiring book about this man, nehemiah, and the work of rebuilding the walls of jerusalem. Ask the holy spirit to reveal god s word to you through this book, for the letter kills, but the spirit gives life 2 cor. Apr 14, 2016 is it right to believe in god out of fear of hell. Both that kind of selfinterested decision and the belief in god itself are amoral. Do it afraid obeying god in the face of fear by joyce meyer. Being afraid of god or what he might do is a perversion of the kind of fear god meant for you to have. The fear of god a topical study eight lessons bible study course study to shew thyself approved unto god, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth. For a believer, the fear of god is not contrary to comfort acts 9. The wicked flee when no man pursues, but the righteous are bold as a lion. The secret to defeating fear joyce meyer everyday answers.
Bible characters who were afraid derrick garland coy. He feared the people he loved his reputation and despised god. Many times, we think we should wait to do something until we are no longer afraid. But if we did, wed probably accomplish very little for god, for others, or even for ourselves. Its righteous if we see god as big and us as small. Like all of us, you experience fear almost every time you move toward a.
Some people live in fear of cancer, heart trouble, a stroke, and a host of other diseases. The joy of fearing god the joy of fearing god, like its author, is a timeless classic. It makes giants out of what we fear, giants so big that we think even god cant beat them. Doing god s will out of fear leads to resentment, like the elder brother in the parable of the prodigal son. Instead of being afraid of new things, you and i ought to be excited about the new challenges and opportunities that god brings into our lives. It is one of the manifestations of the spirit of god isa. Aug 17, 2012 saul is a sober reminder to us that we obey the one we fear. Even when everybody else tells us its impossible, if we will step out in faith like joshua and follow god, he will give us the grace to go forward.
May 29, 2016 but, the fear of god is different, for it is a basis for obedience, and obedience to god has rewards of holiness, purity, love and peace in this life. The presence of fear does not mean the absence of faith. That they may hear, and that they may learn, and fear the lord your god, and observe to do all the words of this law. Respectful fear of god is seen as a fountain of life, to depart from the snares of death, proverbs 14. This article is taken from joyces book, never give up. Every time we let fear hinder us in an opportunity to share the gospel, we are proudly regarding our emotions as a more trustworthy portent of the future than the promises of god are.
Nehemiah 4 continuing the lords work in the face of fear. Jun 01, 1997 the fear of the lord has allowed me to see that although i have been obeying papa god s, i have not been living in fear of his word. Paul said all christians are to cleanse themselves from all defilement of flesh and spirit, perfecting holiness in the fear of god. And that their children which have not known any thing, may hear, and learn to fear the lord your god, as long as ye live in the land whither ye go over jordan to possess it deuteronomy 31. How to overcome fear with faith in the face of challenges. Every one of them had to face their fears and do it afraid. Whether you personally struggle with fear or walk with people who do you will find helpful, well thought out help in the pages of this book. Right and wrong as a clue to the meaning of the universe.
To fear god is to relate to him as a child relates to his strong, respectful father. But the bible uses the word fear at least 300 times in reference to god, so we make a mistake when we downplay it. Oh, the joys of those who do not follow the advice of the wicked. I prayed about what fears god wanted me to overcome first. But too often fear keeps us from doing what we wantor needto do. God is that i am afraid of what he will do to me if i dont, well, then. Love, fear and obedience when it comes to walking with god, they all mean the same thing.
We often fear the criticism of others and when it does happen, we take it to heart. Fear of god sunday school series the bible church of port. As someone reading a site called personal excellence, i trust that you believe in personal growth, becoming a becoming a better person and living your best life. Do it afraid obeying god in the face of fear by joyce meyer pdf. The fear of god the bible talks about is the kind of fear we would have for anyone in authority. Dear friend, if you are going to experience gods best in your life, then there will be times that you must overcome fear and do it afraid. The lords prayerline bible lesson what does the bible say about fear page 2 of there are a few important points that this scripture brings up. Reading joyces book, helped me to move out of my comfort zonethat cocoon of safety to risk doing it afraid and i am not only glad that i read her book to help me do that, but also i am confident that god has a great plan and am looking forward to the wonderful things that are yet to comeall as a result of choosing to do it afraid. You will be gripped with fear until you decide to confront it.
A lot of people read those words and conclude that the fear of the lord means being afraid of god. Both abram and joshua had to step out in faith and obedience to god and do what he had commanded them to. We need to push past those feelings to overcome the situation at hand. Christian depression and fear christian help for depression. God does not want us to be afraid of him but to have confidence in him. The spirit of fear will try and keep you from living gods purpose for your. If so, its important to know that god loves you, he sees you, and fear does not come from him. To battle fear, doubt, and discouragement, we must have a revelation of god. The fear of the lord isnt about being afraid of god. Being little in our own eyes can be either righteous or ruinous. That verse is familiar to many of us, but its not necessarily easy to understand. In this book, joyce meyer shows that even though fear will. Love, fear and obedience by david wilkerson august 17, 1992.
Only do not rebel against the lord, neither fear the people of the land. We may feel fear at various times in our lives, but we can trust god. Lutzer march 17, 20 now when all the people saw the thunder and the flashes of lightning and the sound of the trumpet and the mountain smoking, the people were afraid and trembled, and they stood far off and said to moses, you speak to us, and we will listen. Oderint dum metuant let them hate me so long as they are afraid. Faith and fear together led noah to do as god commanded him. Dont rebel against the lord, and dont be afraid of the people of the land. In the past i have preached on love for god, the fear of god and obedience to god, as if they were three different aspects of our relationship to the lord. Read sample portions of the book to make an informed purchase decision. How to battle fear, doubt, and discouragement genesis 15. After this, the word of the lord came to abram in a vision.
She does this with the gentleness of a mother and a mind steeped in the bible. Facing fear and finding freedom by joyce meyer if you dont remember. For this reason, even into adulthood, were often waiting for someone to tell us its ok to cross the street to our god given purpose because we are afraid that if we blow it well look like an idiot. Thoughts or feelings of fear are nothing more than the enemys attempt to distract us from god and his will for our lives. I have the highest regard for jerry bridges, and im delighted to see one of his greatest books available. Th e fear of the lord is not grasped by the mind but etched in our hearts. How to keep fear from controlling your lifehow to move forward in spite of your fearshow god stays faithful regardless of what youre feelingthe one basic fear underneath all fears.
Gods promise is that you will be able to overcome this powerful emotion. When were facing a job interview, for example, instead of being afraid that well make a. We fear the lord because of believers will give an account to god for their lives ecc 12. Scripture tells us that the fear of the lord is the beginning of knowledge proverbs 1. When fear is grafted upon faith, it brings forth good fruit, as in this case. When they did, god saw their faith and rewarded them heb 11. Click download or read online button to in the face of fear book pdf for free now. Now is the time to seize victory by stepping out to do it afraid. We know that he loves us and delights in us, and we are simultaneously aware that he is holy, righteous, and above all else. How god stays faithful regardless of what youre feeling the one basic fear underneath all fears. Do it afraid obeying god in the face of fear by joyce. We respect and honor the lord, and we are afraid of displeasing him. Aug 21, 1997 mini book written by joyce a while back but definitely good as a refresher and reminder that we should not be afraid to feel fear and pain. It is a frightening thing to fall into the hands of the living god heb.
Continue doing these things until obeying god instead of obeying your feelings is normal. Whether we mask our fear with macho bravado or slink away to seek refuge, it can have a powerful effect on our thinking, decisions and actions. Fear will win every day until you stand up, look that fear straight in the face, and say, you are not going to win over me anymore. Nehemiah was a contemporary of ezra and a cupbearer to the king in the persian palace. It is revealed by the holy spirit as we read his word. God is love, and all who live in love live in god, and god lives in them.
You will never get rid of all fears though you do not have to be controlled by them. I often hear people explain the fear of the lord as a mere respect or reverence. How to face down your fears keep believing ministries. In the face of fear download in the face of fear ebook pdf or read online books in pdf, epub, and mobi format.
Blessed is the man who fears the lord, who greatly. Being a person of faith does not mean you will never fear. How to break free from the spirit of fear valerie murray. And as we live in god, our love grows more perfect.
Many are afraid to go to the doctor for fear that they will be told they have. If we are afraid, it is for fear of judgment, and shows that his love has not been perfected in us. Briefly describe israels situation in gideons day judg. As sinful people, we have every reason to fear god s judgment. There is a fear of god which is commanded in the bible, but. He is the one who gives you power to be successful deuteronomy 8. He that hath my commandments, and keepeth them, he it is that loveth me john 14. Everyone who has ever lived has known the torment of fear. When it comes to this kind of fear, the bible says to abandon it. A prayer for the fear of the lord blog moody church media. The fear we should have is the same fear of crossing the line with parents, or with police. Remember to click on the graphics as shown above after clicking here. As sinful people, we have every reason to fear gods judgment.
I didnt know if i had the courage to face my fear of what people. Years ago i led a group study of this unique book, and we all found it deeply refresh ing and rewarding in our walks with christ. This almighty god has called me by name to serve him, and he is. Therefore, instead of leaving behind a pleasant ending to their relationship, laban and jacob parted on a hostile, suspicious note, promising retaliation if either one harmed the other. If we really have a healthy adoration for god, we still should have an element of the knowledge that god can be frightening. I observe that this obedience out of love is incredibly inconvenient for me. The fear of the lord has allowed me to see that although i have been obeying papa god s, i have not been living in fear of his word. The fear of god is the basis for our walking in his ways, serving him, and, yes, loving him.
Mar 18, 2020 beginning in the book of genesis and continuing throughout the book of revelation, god reminds us to fear not. God moves on our behalf when we focus on him instead of our fears. It is the kind of fear children should have for their parents, wives for their husbands, and students for their teachers. Download pdf in the face of fear free online new books. Why do you think speaking with god might make gideon afraid v. In the old testament, a clear connection is made between fearing god and keeping his commands and serving him.
The first record of fear we witness in the bible is found in genesis 3. But, the fear of god is different, for it is a basis for obedience, and obedience to god has rewards of holiness, purity, love and peace in this life. To fear god is absolute reverence and awe for an almighty god, the creator of all things. Both abram and joshua had to step out in faith and obedience to god and do what he had commanded them to do even though they were afraid. How god stays faithful regardless of what youre feelingthe one basic fear underneath all fears.
Some live in fear of being accused of doing something they did not do. Completing this book has allowed me to ask for true forgiveness of what i have not been doing. Both abram and joshua had to step out in faith and obedience to god and do what he had. She is the bestselling author of more than seventy inspirational books, including approval addiction. Joyce meyer shares why so many people fear failureand why you shouldnt. In my spiritual life, i seek to love god so much that i want to do his will as a loving response. The fear of god is what is left of the storm when you have a safe place to watch right in the middle of it.
But he couldnt trust god to handle the laban situation. He calls us to abandon fear of the world see isaiah 41. Such love has no fear because perfect love expels all fear. Mini book written by joyce a while back but definitely good as a refresher and reminder that we should not be afraid to feel fear and pain.
Crying to god to get rid of it for you doesnt work, this is not faith, he has not given you a spirit of fear 2 tim 1. When we do that, we position ourselves to receive all the benefits that come with putting god first in our lives. Download full the face of fear book in pdf, epub, mobi and all ebook format. Do it afraid obeying god in the face of fear by joyce meyer downloads. Courage is the deliberate decision to trust god and obey him, no matter what youre feeling. In the bible we get a few glimpses into heaven, and we see the heavenly creatures worship him around his throne continually, crying out holy, holy, holy. John piper describes his understanding of the fear of god in this powerful way.
And this is love, that we walk after his commandments 2 john 6. You lavish it on those who come to you for protection, blessing them before the watching world. And if we need to do something, even though we feel afraid, we can do it. By the fear of the lord men depart from evil proverbs 16. The fear of god is a very important aspect in a christians life because it is a characteristic of the holy spirit.
And now, israel, what does the lord your god require of you, but to fear the lord your god, to walk in all his ways, to love him, to serve the lord your god with all your heart and with all your soul deuteronomy 10. There are a whole host of reasons why you should overcome fear. God had promised to take him safely home, and he was obeying god by going back. The fear of god is a theme that is mentioned throughout the bible. Jesus has already conquered death and he calls us to not fear it. Overcoming fear of criticism to fulfill your purpose. But it is a subject that has been neglected by many pastors and teachers of god s word today. Saul is a sober reminder to us that we obey the one we fear. Id better ask god to start exposing me for who i am.
As the bible says, you have to resist the fear that comes from the demonic spiritual realm james 4. Do not anxiously look about you, for i am your god i will strengthen you, surely i will help you, surely i will uphold you with my righteous right hand. May 11, 2020 god promises to be our comforter and protector, but we deny the credibility of gods word and allow fear to set the limits of our obedience. If god is love, then why does he command us to fear him.