Brave Fear

I’m not easily scared. I’m not really afraid of the dark, but I respect the darkness because of what can be lurking in the dark. I don’t think I’m afraid of death, but I do get nervous about how I will die. Some people may not fear or worry about any of that. I do know people that are freaked out in fear by the least little thing. I know people who are freaked out by dying. I try to think of it that this life is only part of the story. The real life begins when this life is completed. I do like my life and I am enjoying the journey, but we are promised much more than this life. Following the Lord over the years has instilled a confidence in me that often pushes fear aside.

One of my favorite shows to watch is SEAL TEAM. These men push through their fear for the mission. They are strong and skilled warriors, but they hurt and have real emotions just like everyone else. They train and prepare constantly for whatever mission they are called upon to complete. The fear they feel fuels them, but it’s still there.

Isaiah tells the people what the Lord says about Moab going down. There is shock and fear about this. Check this out…..

¹This message came to me concerning Moab:

In one night the town of Ar will be leveled,
    and the city of Kir will be destroyed.

⁴ The people of Heshbon and Elealeh will cry out;
    their voices will be heard as far away as Jahaz!
The bravest warriors of Moab will cry out in utter terror.
    They will be helpless with fear. (Isaiah 15:1,4 NLT)

Someone once said that “fear stands for “false evidence appearing real”. There are times that I’m afraid or fearful of things that never materialize or happen. I’m learning that as I walk with the Lord, He helps me face my fear. He helps me push through fear. I can walk in confidence that He is present with me through the scariest and darkest times. Whenever the time comes for me to leave this life, He will walk with me through that as well. I’m going to constantly work at keeping my fear in check.

Pressing On!

Dwayne