Changing Our Language About Fear
In the church, there’s a lot of talk about not being afraid, but I wonder if our language regarding fear is incomplete.
My thoughts as I journey through this thing called life.
In the church, there’s a lot of talk about not being afraid, but I wonder if our language regarding fear is incomplete.
The Bible is filled with commands to not be afraid, but this message is never delivered with condemnation or shame.
What would our world look like if we dared to examine our beliefs, experiences, and worldviews so that we understood what we were bringing into a situation?
I don’t have to make myself responsible for everyone else’s actions and I don’t have to be a victim: I can occupy my God-given space in the world and take responsibility for what’s been entrusted to me.
Something powerful happens when someone comes alongside you and says “I’ve been there, it does get better, and I’ll be here with you until it does.”
I am beginning to understand just how freeing it is when life isn’t all about me.
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