Ease, Peace, and Fearlessness

WITHOUT FEAR

“… because the hand of the Lord my God was on me, I took courage.”

-Ezra 7:28

Courage isn’t yours to want – courage is yours to take.  Grab hold of it and don’t let go.

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“Haven’t I commanded you: be strong and courageous?  Do not be afraid or discouraged, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.”

-Joshua 1:9

Courage:

Fearlessness, bravery, boldness, audacity, grit, valor, without fear.

Finding purpose means stepping out.

“Be strong and courageous, do not be afraid or tremble at them, for the Lord your God is the one who goes with you.  He will not fail you or forsake you.”

Deuteronomy 31:6 NASB

Sometimes finding your purpose means stepping out of your comfort zone and helping to bring to light those that are doing wrong.  Staying quiet and letting wrong continue merely delays the blessings that require fearlessness, strength, and courage before you can ever obtain them.

Friend, do what’s right with God… someone needs to!

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Finding your purpose... Lose the fear

FINDING PURPOSE - TIP OF THE DAY:  

Lose the fear and move forward in your life with God-fearing fearlessness.

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Our Courage, our Comforter

“… scared out of their wits.  Jesus was quick to comfort them:  “Courage!  It’s me.  Don’t be afraid…” 

Matthew 14:24-26, 27 MSG

Once you accept the courage and comfort of Jesus you will become fearless and bold in this crazy world in which we live.

What happens when you call on God?

Here's what happens when you call on God:

Psalm 91The Message (MSG)

 1-13 You who sit down in the High God’s presence,
    spend the night in Shaddai’s shadow,
Say this: “God, you’re my refuge.
    I trust in you and I’m safe!”
That’s right—he rescues you from hidden traps,
    shields you from deadly hazards.
His huge outstretched arms protect you—
    under them you’re perfectly safe;
    his arms fend off all harm.
Fear nothing—not wild wolves in the night,
    not flying arrows in the day,
Not disease that prowls through the darkness,
    not disaster that erupts at high noon.
Even though others succumb all around,
    drop like flies right and left,
    no harm will even graze you.
You’ll stand untouched, watch it all from a distance,
    watch the wicked turn into corpses.
Yes, because God’s your refuge,
    the High God your very own home,
Evil can’t get close to you,
    harm can’t get through the door.
He ordered his angels
    to guard you wherever you go.
If you stumble, they’ll catch you;
    their job is to keep you from falling.
You’ll walk unharmed among lions and snakes,
    and kick young lions and serpents from the path.

14-16 “If you’ll hold on to me for dear life,” says God,
    “I’ll get you out of any trouble.
I’ll give you the best of care
    if you’ll only get to know and trust me.
Call me and I’ll answer, be at your side in bad times;
    I’ll rescue you, then throw you a party.
I’ll give you a long life,
    give you a long drink of salvation!”

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Here's what happens when you call on the world:

Nothingness, emptiness, darkness, loneliness, fear... death.

The Message (MSG)

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Courage and boldness

"... And may God also give you discernment and understanding when he puts you in charge of Israel so that you will rule in reverent obedience under God's Revelation.  That's what will make you successful, following the directions and doing the things that God commanded Moses for Israel.  Courage!  Take charge!  Don't be timid; don't hold back..."  

1 Chronicles 22:11-16

Courage and boldness: Characteristics necessary to bring others to Christ and to make a difference in this world.  

To all women

...Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting; but a woman who fears the LORD is to be praised...

Proverbs 31:10-31

To all women who fear God:  May God bless you mightily !!!

Opponents and adversaries

"And do not [for a moment] be frightened or intimidated in anything by your opponents and adversaries, for such [constancy and fearlessness] will be a clear sign (proof and seal) to them of [their impending] destruction, but [a sure token and evidence] of your deliverance and salvation, and that from God." Philippians 1:28 AMPC

Keep being the child of God that you are.  You are bold, beautiful, courageous, and gifted; let no man, thought, or deed steal your confidence - let no man, thought, or deed steal who you were put here to be.  Be you!  

So, don't be shy, let your gifts and talents shine through.  Do what you feel God is calling you to do, and shake the dirt off your feet daily.  Keep moving forward, don't focus on the past, and let all evil and condemnation turn and run when they see you, God's child, coming their way.

Your inheritance

“… for I am their inheritance …” Ezekiel 44:28

When you accept God as your personal Savior, you inherit riches that go beyond anything you can inherit from a relative or friend.  Yes, you may receive wealth from a family member, but with God, you will also receive: security; everlasting life; love; joy; peace; patience; fearlessness; excellence; God-like confidence; energy; health; abundance; freedom; open doors; opportunities; eyes that (truly) see, ears that (truly) hear; compassion; vigor; boldness; undying faith; wisdom; honor… and the list goes on and on!  WOW!!

However, without God, you may still receive lots of money and wealth, but His hand upon them won’t be there, leaving them wide open to be taken by evil Satan himself - and, sadly my friend, in the blink of an eye, your wealth and riches will be taken from right under your nose.