Fear Not… Now What?
But immediately Jesus spoke to them, saying, “Take heart; it is I. Do not be afraid.” (Matthew 14:27 ESV)
Fear not… but Jesus.
Christians today seem to have many reasons to fear. We spent most of last year examining most of the Biblical comments, commands, and encouragements to NOT be afraid.
We fear God’s enemies of the flesh, the world, and Satan.
… but Jesus.
We fear a viral disease that has been a part of the death of many, and now seems to be offering faster moving, more deadly mutations.
… but Jesus.
We fear the emergency powers granted (and taken by) our elected government.
… but Jesus.
We fear the loss of, surrender of, or trampling of ‘our rights.’
… but Jesus.
If we have abandoned fear, as I hope we have, what then?
What happens after we have found peace, rest, and hope in not being afraid?
Let us examine what happens after fear is gone.
I expect we will find that after fear, our next beliefs, choices, and actions will have something to do with Jesus, don’t you?