Much of Jesus' message to mankind is "don't be afraid, for I am always with you." Fears, anxieties, doubts are all things that I have had to deal with in my initial decision to listen to God's call to stand, as well as the everyday management of remaining in that stand. But Jesus does not want us to fear. He wants us to take it all to Him.
I would like to share an email devotional that I received that speaks to this issue. It strengthened me today and I hope it will help you too.
Anxious Honesty
Jesus was inside the boat, sleeping with his head on a pillow. The followers went to him and woke him. They said, "Teacher, do you care about us? We will drown!" Mark 4:38 (ERV)
KEY THOUGHT:
I am so thankful about the honest portrayal of Jesus' disciples. I can see myself in them and know that God uses people like me. Maybe you're not like most of us who sometimes panic when we feel overwhelmed. Fortunately for us, the early followers of Jesus did have bouts with panic and fear just like we do. In their fear, they don't pretend to have everything under control. They don't puff out their chest with false bravado and act like they can handle the situation. Even though their honesty leads to a rebuke, it also leads to a miracle! Why? Because they are willing to go honestly to their Savior with their fears. They have much to learn ... and he will teach them. They also have much to lose ... and he will protect them. What are you holding back in your conversation with the Savior? What has you panicked, afraid, or anxious that you have not fully shared with the Lord? Storms come and go, but only the Lord stands the test of time. Be real about your fears and anxieties and let Him care for you. Yes, He will challenge you to greater faith. But that's the point isn't it? That in our weakness he calls us to Himself and offers us grace.
TODAY'S PRAYER:
Father, I confess to you now the burdens of my heart, knowing that you
will hear them and do what is best for me. In Jesus name. Amen.
Jesus was inside the boat, sleeping with his head on a pillow. The followers went to him and woke him. They said, "Teacher, do you care about us? We will drown!" Mark 4:38 (ERV)
KEY THOUGHT:
I am so thankful about the honest portrayal of Jesus' disciples. I can see myself in them and know that God uses people like me. Maybe you're not like most of us who sometimes panic when we feel overwhelmed. Fortunately for us, the early followers of Jesus did have bouts with panic and fear just like we do. In their fear, they don't pretend to have everything under control. They don't puff out their chest with false bravado and act like they can handle the situation. Even though their honesty leads to a rebuke, it also leads to a miracle! Why? Because they are willing to go honestly to their Savior with their fears. They have much to learn ... and he will teach them. They also have much to lose ... and he will protect them. What are you holding back in your conversation with the Savior? What has you panicked, afraid, or anxious that you have not fully shared with the Lord? Storms come and go, but only the Lord stands the test of time. Be real about your fears and anxieties and let Him care for you. Yes, He will challenge you to greater faith. But that's the point isn't it? That in our weakness he calls us to Himself and offers us grace.
TODAY'S PRAYER:
Father, I confess to you now the burdens of my heart, knowing that you
will hear them and do what is best for me. In Jesus name. Amen.
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As husbands standing for their marriage, for their wives to open their hearts to Jesus, it is so important that we take the fears we have directly to Jesus. We can not do this alone. And only our God can help us. Let Him.
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