For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind. — 2 Timothy 1:7
There are a few times in my life when I have experienced true fear. There are moments when I experienced fear over a new experience or circumstance. Perhaps I was fearful of a doctor’s appointment or some other health issue. Many of my experiences with fear relate to my time working as a paramedic, however.
I will never forget one occasion when we were dispatched to a patient having chest pain. As we started treating the patient, it was evident this person was having a heart attack, and we rushed to quickly transport this person to the hospital. As I cared for them in the back of the ambulance, they began to ask me questions. I could see the fear in his eyes about what was taking place.
As we continued, he began to describe to me his life and all his experiences. He shared there were many things he could have done differently. It is amazing how our perspective of things changes when we are in the face of fear. Especially fear for our overall wellbeing.
If you study the word fear in this verse, it has the idea of being timid and fearful. When Paul wrote these words, he shared with Timothy our lives should not be from a perspective of fear. I often wonder if Paul had the words of Isaiah 41:10 when God reminds us that there is no reason for fear because He is our God and with us.
Your life was not designed for fear, yet we often live in fear of many things. Instead, focus on putting your faith in the one who can conquer your fear. He will never leave you and will never forsake you. God did not design you for fear. Instead, He designed you for faith. Have faith in Him and trust Him!
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