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Do Not Fear by Dr. Ralph Jenkins
I
had a conversation with a lady this morning as she
the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor
served breakfast to me and a friend. She is in a hard place
anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from
dealing with Covid and marital problems. It has strained
the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.”
her relationship with the Lord and led to discouragement and fear for the present and future. This is not uncommon in the day we live in. Everywhere we go, we see friends, family, and wonderful Christian
There are religions and cults that promise freedom from fear. There are oils, pills, ways to think positive thoughts, and even objects to wear on one’s body that are supposed to help relieve the emotional struggles of life.
people experiencing this fear. But we have a friend in Jesus, and we have His Word and promise to hold to. God is faithful even when we are not. His Word is filled with glorious promises that He makes to His people. If we will live our lives for Him, then there is no reason not to expect Him to fulfill every promise in our lives. I could go on with my words, but I would rather give you God’s Word. Psalm 37:3-5: “Trust in the Lord and do good; Dwell in the land and cultivate faithfulness. Delight yourself in the Lord; And He will give you the desires of your heart. Commit your way to the Lord, Trust also in Him, and He will do it.” Deuteronomy 31:8: “The Lord himself goes before you
If you live in this world without Christ, maybe you need those things. Yet I show you a better way and life
and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake
that is found in Christ alone. As a follower of Christ, all we
you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.”
need is His Word, His truth, His life. If you are struggling
Psalm 34:17: “The righteous cry out, and the Lord hears them; he delivers them from all their troubles.” 1 Peter 5:6-7: “Humble yourselves, therefore, under
with discouragement and fear, open God’s Word. Read, meditate on, and pray God’s Word back to Him. I will be surprised if you don’t find the peace of God that surpasses
God’s mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time.
understanding and the joy of the Lord, unspeakable and full
Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.”
of glory, for your life.
Romans 8:28: “And we know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those Romans 8:38-39: “For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor
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About The Author
who are called according to His purpose.”
Dr. Ralph W. Jenkins is a native of Rome, Georgia. He and His wife Tammy have served the Lord in ministry for over 25 years and has pastored several churches. He loves to win souls, preach the gospel, shepherd God’s people, and work on the farm. www.jehovahjirehministries.com.
