3/7/25 Faith That Overcomes Fear
- Fr. Patrick Bush
- Mar 7
- 2 min read
Takeaway: Faith in God removes the grip of fear.
“Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will give you strength, I will bring you help, I will uphold you with the right hand of my justice.” — Isaiah 41:10
Opening Prayer
Gracious God, I come before You with a heart open to Your Word. Speak to me through this time of devotion and fill me with Your wisdom, peace, and strength. Help me to trust You more deeply and live out my faith with boldness. May Your presence guide me and transform me. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Reflection
Fear has a way of paralyzing us. It whispers lies that keep us trapped in doubt, convincing us that we are alone, powerless, and unprepared for what lies ahead. Like a child afraid of the dark, we shrink back, hesitant to move forward. But Isaiah 41:10 offers a powerful reminder—fear loses its grip when we place our faith in God.
Think of Peter walking on water. The moment he focused on the storm rather than Jesus, he began to sink (Matthew 14:30). Fear took over because his focus shifted from the One who called him out on the waves to the waves that threatened his life. How often do we do the same? We let fear dictate our steps instead of trusting the God who is with us.
Faith isn’t the absence of fear—it’s choosing to trust God in the middle of it. It’s stepping forward despite the uncertainty, believing that He will strengthen, and uphold us. His presence is our assurance that we are never alone, and His promises remind us that fear does not have the final word.
Question
What is one step of faith you can take today to overcome fear?
Application
• Shift Your Focus to God. Make a habit of fixing your eyes on God through prayer, worship, and meditating on His promises.
• Speak God’s Promises Over Your Fear. Memorize and declare verses like Isaiah 41:10, 2 Timothy 1:7, and Joshua 1:9.
• Take One Step of Faith. Take a small step of trusting that God will strengthen and uphold you.
Closing Prayer
Lord, I confess that fear often grips my heart and keeps me from fully trusting You. But You promise that I am not alone, that You will strengthen and uphold me. Help me to fix my eyes on You, not on the storms around me. Give me the courage to step forward in faith, knowing that You are with me. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
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