Day 22
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Pray that God would give you His perspective on whatever test or trial that you may be going through. The Bible says that we have the mind of Christ. Pray that God would give you His mind in every circumstance or situation that you face. Pray that you would walk in the fruit of the Spirit, and that the peace of God would guard your heart and mind in Christ Jesus.
In times of economic distress it is easy to give in to a spirit of fear and worry. When a personal crisis or a time of economic uncertainty arises, we can find our anxiety level rising to the point where it is difficult to walk in God's peace and joy.
There is no shortage of things to worry about. Struggling with a family conflict or some other dilemma can also weaken our normal defenses, making the normal concerns of life seem more burdensome, even overwhelming.
But God wants us to live a life free from fear. Jesus said:
That is why I tell you not to worry about everyday life—whether you have enough food and drink, or enough clothes to wear. Isn’t life more than food, and your body more than clothing? Look at the birds. They don’t plant or harvest or store food in barns, for your heavenly Father feeds them. And aren’t you far more valuable to him than they are? Can all your worries add a single moment to your life? —Luke 12:22-25
Instead of dwelling on the problems in life, dwell on God's promises through praise.
A mind focused on praising God becomes a mighty fortress that fear cannot invade. An attitude of praise creates an unfriendly environment for demonic spirits that would try to tempt you to fear.
Make it a habit to spend time praising God every day. Meditate on God's Word daily. Receive the promises of the Bible as God's personal pledges to you. Pray about your fears. Prayer is the pathway to the peace of God which passes all understanding.
Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. —Philippians 4:6-7
Ask God to help you overcome fear. He wants you to be free from its shackles so that you can enjoy the abundant life He has for you. |
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This is why I remind you to fan into flames the spiritual gift God gave you when I laid my hands on you. 7 For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity, but of power, love, and self-discipline. —2 Tim. 1:6-7
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