Fear is the greatest killer of our dreams. When we fear we go against the natural law of faith that gives. The Bible is very clear on the impacts of fear and why we should not fear. God didn’t give us fear and so it is safe to say that fear is from the devil.
As people who seek to advance into life and become better, we should avoid fear at all cost. When we fear we cripple our ability to achieve.
Let us look at some of the bible verses that speak about fear and see what we can learn from all these scriptures.
Isaiah 41:10 Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.
2 Timothy 1:7 For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.
1 John 4:8 There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear. For fear has to do with punishment, and whoever fears has not been perfected in love.
Psalm 34:4 I sought the Lord, and he answered me and delivered me from all my fears.
Proverbs 29:25 The fear of man lays a snare, but whoever trusts in the Lord is safe.
Joshua 1:9 Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.”
Psalm 56:3-4 When I am afraid, I put my trust in you. In God, whose word I praise, in God I trust; I shall not be afraid. What can flesh do to me?
Philippians 4:6 Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.
Romans 8:15 For you did not receive the spirit of slavery to fall back into fear, but you have received the Spirit of adoption as sons, by whom we cry, “Abba! Father!”
Deuteronomy 31:6 Be strong and courageous. Do not fear or be in dread of them, for it is the Lord your God who goes with you. He will not leave you or forsake you.”
Psalm 27:1 Of David. The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life; of whom shall I be afraid.
Psalm 56:3 When I am afraid, I put my trust in you.
John 14:27 Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid.
Isaiah 43:1-2 But now thus says the Lord, he who created you, O Jacob, he who formed you, O Israel: “Fear not, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by name, you are mine. When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they shall not overwhelm you; when you walk through fire you shall not be burned, and the flame shall not consume you.
Psalm 111:10 The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom; all those who practice it have a good understanding. His praise endures forever!
1 Peter 5:7 Casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.
Psalm 23:4 Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.
Matthew 10:28 And do not fear those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul. Rather fear him who can destroy both soul and body in hell.
Luke 12:22-24 And he said to his disciples, “Therefore I tell you, do not be anxious about your life, what you will eat, nor about your body, what you will put on. For life is more than food, and the body more than clothing. Consider the ravens: they neither sow nor reap, they have neither storehouse nor barn, and yet God feeds them. Of how much more value are you than the birds!
Proverbs 8:13 The fear of the Lord is hatred of evil. Pride and arrogance and the way of evil and perverted speech I hate.
1 John 1:9 If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.
Psalm 118:6 he Lord is on my side; I will not fear. What can man do to me?
Deuteronomy 7:21 You shall not be in dread of them, for the Lord your God is in your midst, a great and awesome God.
Proverbs 14:27 The fear of the Lord is a fountain of life, that one may turn away from the snares of death.
Isaiah 41:13 For I, the Lord your God, hold your right hand; it is I who say to you, “Fear not, I am the one who helps you.”
Hebrew 13:6 So we can confidently say, “The Lord is my helper; I will not fear; what can man do to me?”
Isaiah 12:2 “Behold, God is my salvation; I will trust, and will not be afraid; for the Lord God is my strength and my song, and he has become my salvation.”
Isaiah 43:1 But now thus says the Lord, he who created you, O Jacob, he who formed you, O Israel: “Fear not, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by name, you are mine.
Philippians 4:13 I can do all things through him who strengthens me.
Isaiah 35:4 Say to those who have an anxious heart, “Be strong; fear not! Behold, your God will come with vengeance, with the recompense of God. He will come and save you.”
1 Peter 3:14 But even if you should suffer for righteousness’ sake, you will be blessed. Have no fear of them, nor be troubled,
Psalm 112:7-8 He is not afraid of bad news; his heart is firm, trusting in the Lord. His heart is steady; he will not be afraid, until he looks in triumph on his adversaries.
2 Timothy 1:6-7 For this reason I remind you to fan into flame the gift of God, which is in you through the laying on of my hands, for God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.
Psalm 94:19 When the cares of my heart are many, your consolations cheer my soul.
Deuteronomy 2:22 You shall not fear them, for it is the Lord your God who fights for you.’
Luke 12:32 “Fear not, little flock, for it is your Father’s good pleasure to give you the kingdom.
Psalm 125:1 A Song of Ascents. Those who trust in the Lord are like Mount Zion, which cannot be moved, but abides forever.
Matthew 14:27 But immediately Jesus spoke to them, saying, “Take heart; it is I. Do not be afraid.”
Matthew 10:26 “So have no fear of them, for nothing is covered that will not be revealed, or hidden that will not be known.
Psalm 56:4 In God, whose word I praise, in God I trust; I shall not be afraid. What can flesh do to me?
Isaiah 54:4 “Fear not, for you will not be ashamed; be not confounded, for you will not be disgraced; for you will forget the shame of your youth, and the reproach of your widowhood you will remember no more.
Hebrew 13:5-6 Keep your life free from love of money, and be content with what you have, for he has said, “I will never leave you nor forsake you.” So we can confidently say, “The Lord is my helper; I will not fear; what can man do to me?”
Mark 5:36 But overhearing what they said, Jesus said to the ruler of the synagogue, “Do not fear, only believe.”
Luke 12:4-5 “I tell you, my friends, do not fear those who kill the body, and after that have nothing more that they can do. But I will warn you whom to fear: fear him who, after he has killed, has authority to cast into hell. Yes, I tell you, fear him!
Psalm 115:11 You who fear the Lord, trust in the Lord! He is their help and their shield.
Psalm 25:14 The friendship of the Lord is for those who fear him, and he makes known to them his covenant.
Acts 10:35 But in every nation anyone who fears him and does what is right is acceptable to him.
Matthew 10:31 Fear not, therefore; you are of more value than many sparrows.
Psalm 3:6 I will not be afraid of many thousands of people who have set themselves against me all around.
Revelation 2:10 Do not fear what you are about to suffer. Behold, the devil is about to throw some of you into prison, that you may be tested, and for ten days you will have tribulation. Be faithful unto death, and I will give you the crown of life.
Proverbs 1:7 The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge; fools despise wisdom and instruction.
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Orlando Rowe
Orlando C. Rowe is an author and also the founder of Powered to Empower. He is a simple young man who loves to encourage people in the ways God has gifted him. Take some time, and browse the Powered to Empower website to view some of his other work.
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To navigate such times, there are strategies and habits we can adopt that equip us to face challenges and achieve our goals. These practices strengthen our minds and bodies, preparing us for the rocky roads ahead. It’s crucial to pay attention to them because, when our journey becomes difficult, these tools will help us rise to the occasion and grow tougher than the challenges we face. Let us look at them 6 Ways To Get Tougher When The Going Gets Tough 1. Embrace The Challenge As we build spiritual resilience, we must first accept things for what they are. There is great power in accepting the circumstances we face, especially when they are beyond our control. Embracing our challenges allows us to recognize that these very difficulties might become our greatest opportunities for growth. In fact, the toughest times often carry the potential to empower us the most. When we understand this truth, we can face challenges with a willing and even grateful heart. There was a time when I lived in constant regret, burdened by a past event I could not change. This regret plunged me into what I now call toxic depression. The going had gotten tough, but I hadn’t grown tougher to match it. It was only when I chose to accept and embrace my challenges, facing them head-on, that things began to improve. Through this process, I discovered the transformative power of accepting life’s difficulties. As the saying goes, what you resist persists. Don’t resist your challenges—embrace them, face them, and allow them to refine you. 2. Mental rehearsal and cultivating a positive mindset You can cultivate a positive mindset through mental rehearsal—a powerful cognitive technique where you mentally practice a skill or envision a desired outcome. This process prepares your mind for success by simulating the experience in your thoughts. When we engage in mental rehearsal, we train ourselves to expect and anticipate victory, creating a foundation of confidence and readiness. By envisioning success before it happens, we set the stage for it to manifest in reality. I would have lost heart, unless I had believed That I would see the goodness of the LORD In the land of the living. Wait on the LORD; Be of good courage, And He shall strengthen your heart; Wait, I say, on the LORD! Psalm 27 : 13–14 While we build spiritual resilience, we must also cultivate a positive mindset. The mind is like a garden. In a garden, if we plant good seeds, we harvest a healthy crop. Conversely, if we allow weeds to take root, they will choke out the good plants. The same principle applies to the mind—when we entertain negative thoughts, we often reap negative outcomes. Perhaps the reason life feels so challenging is that the mind has become cluttered with toxic thinking. To endure tough times, we must train the mind by consistently feeding it with positivity. A positive outlook doesn’t just uplift us; it equips us to face adversity with resilience and determination. By nurturing constructive thoughts, we prepare ourselves to rise above life’s difficulties. 3. Keep On Your Knees One of the greatest weapons we have when the going gets tough is prayer. Prayer offers psychological, emotional, and spiritual benefits that are especially powerful during challenging times. It connects us to a divine source of strength and provides a deep sense of peace and assurance. We must make prayer a constant practice. God is our ultimate source of strength, and the way to reach Him is through prayer. Therefore, it makes sense to regularly seek His guidance, asking for strength and endurance when faced with hardship. Prayer strengthens our spiritual muscles, fortifying us with the resilience needed to endure life’s difficulties. It empowers us to keep going, knowing that we are never alone in our struggles. 4. Learn from your difficulty In the midst of every difficulty lies a valuable lesson waiting to be learned. Perhaps the challenges we
Ya Mon: Once There Is Life There Is Hope
Ya Mon, Once there is life, there is hope. If you’ve been following my writing, you know I am a proud Jamaican. In Jamaica, we use the expression “ya mon” as a way to agree, affirm, or acknowledge something. I recall using this phrase with a female colleague once, and she replied, “Who are you calling man?” I had to explain that it’s just the Jamaican way of expressing agreement. So when I say, “Ya mon, once there is life, there is hope,” I’m simply affirming that as long as we have breath in our lungs and a beating heart, there is always hope. Hope is the fuel that sustains us through life’s extremes. It is the reason we can endure hard hits and keep pressing forward. Like a stream of water, it refreshes and strengthens us with the determination to carry on. The best news of all is that we have a Living Hope in Christ—one that is eternal and unshakable. Get Up and Live If you are reading this, it means the breath of life is within you—and that alone is reason to have hope. No matter what situation you are facing, there is always hope. Solomon captures this truth perfectly: “A living dog is better than a dead lion.” Think about it—the lion, known for its strength and majesty, becomes powerless without life. Even a tiny toy poodle would triumph over a lifeless lion. Life itself, no matter how humble or challenging, holds infinite potential and promise. Where there is life, there is always the possibility of transformation, growth, and victory. For to him that is joined to all the living there is hope: for a living dog is better than a dead lion. Ecclesiastes 9:4 Life makes the difference Life makes all the difference. There’s a song that says, “Get up, stand up, stand up for your right.” In it, Bob Marley inspires listeners to claim their right to stand—not out of desperation, but because it is their birthright. In the same way, having life gives you the right to live. So, rise from your feeble knees and stand tall in the victory that is already yours. I understand what it feels like to be weighed down by circumstances—not because someone told me or I read it in a book, but because I’ve lived through it. I’ve walked through the valley of struggles, and I know the pain firsthand. Yet, life gave me the right to hope, to press on, and to claim victory. And it gives you the same. Some situations feel heavier than the weight of the ocean. Yet, the life within you is mighty—strong enough to carry the oceans and seas. Every breath you take is filled with victory and resilience. I know it’s easy to say, “Get up and live,” but for you, it might feel almost impossible. Still, by God’s grace, you can rise. You can begin to live again. So, why not take that step today? Get up and live. Keep Breathing No Matter What – Once You Keep Breathing, There Is Hope You can choose to keep breathing, no matter what. Like the rhythmic dance of life, each breath sustains us through joys and sorrows, victories and defeats. In the face of adversity, when the weight of the world feels unbearable, be intentional—keep breathing. Inhale courage to confront challenges, exhale the doubts and fears that try to overtake you. Every breath is a reminder of your resilience in Christ, your strength to endure, and your ability to overcome any obstacle in your path. No matter how fierce the storm or how dark the night, keep breathing. Each breath affirms your presence, resilience, and hope. Let it carry you through the hardest moments and guide you toward the light of a new day. Each breath you take is a testament to your strength and unyielding spirit. So breathe on, believe on, and press forward. With every breath, you affirm your power to overcome and your commitment to embrace life’s journey with courage and grace. Because God Has Your Back There Is Hope There’s a song I love that says, “If you know the Lord is keeping you, what you gonna worry about?” It’s so comforting to know that the Lord Most High is the one who keeps us. In Isaiah 46:4, the Bible assures us that God promises to carry and sustain us: “Even to your old age and gray hairs I am he, I am he who will sustain you. I have made you and I will carry you; I will sustain you and I will rescue you.” The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases. This truth reminds us that God is with us both in the heights of glory and in the depths of the storm. His promise remains: “They that wait on the Lord shall renew their strength.” So, why not wait on Him and rise above the tides? 10 Bible Verses That Will Keep Us Breathing 1. “Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.” Psalm 23:4 2. “So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” Isaiah 41:10 3. “I can do all this through him who gives me strength.” Philippians 4:13 4. “Therefore we do not lose heart. Though outwardly we are wasting away, yet inwardly we are being renewed day by day.” 2 Corinthians 4:16 5. “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9 6. “The righteous cry out, and the Lord hears them; he delivers them from all their troubles.” Psalm 34:17 7. Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and