What If Feeling Afraid Doesn’t Mean You’re Failing?

What If Feeling Afraid Doesn’t Mean You’re Failing?

Fear can surface, and almost immediately we begin questioning our faith, our growth and why we aren’t further along. Alongside whatever frightened us, we’re now carrying the weight of what we think our fear says about us.

This short reflection creates room to acknowledge fear without treating it as evidence of failure in our relationship with God. People throughout Scripture knew Him, loved Him and trusted Him while still experiencing fear. We can begin by allowing ourselves to recognise what’s there and bring it to Him.

Scripture references: No passages directly cited.

Topics: Fear and faith, self-judgment, spiritual growth, shame, honest prayer, trusting God.

Related Scriptures: Psalm 56:3-4; Mark 4:35-41; Romans 8:1; Hebrews 4:15-16.

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