Tag Archives: Fear

What Should I Do? (Genesis 30:1-24)

Foolish decisions make difficult situations worse. Foolish decisions are often sinful decisions because they are made out of fear instead of faith. When times get tough, we must not panic because when we panic we seek to take control of our situation and we end up making our situation worse. Choosing faith over fear isContinueContinue reading “What Should I Do? (Genesis 30:1-24)”

The Omnipotence of God (Genesis 1:1)

You may have heard this question before: “Can God create a rock so large that He is unable to lift it?” It is a well-known and challenging question because the Bible teaches that God is all-powerful and has complete control (Omnipotence).  Therefore, if you answer ‘No, He cannot make a rock too large…’ you feelContinueContinue reading “The Omnipotence of God (Genesis 1:1)”

Our Difficult, Joyful Journey with Christ

Today is an exciting day because tonight we begin Vacation Bible School (VBS).  This year’s VBS theme is “Journey Off the Map”.  This VBS stresses the importance of having Jesus Christ be your guide in this life.  With this in mind, this morning we shall turn our attention to the story of Shadrach, Meshach, andContinueContinue reading “Our Difficult, Joyful Journey with Christ”

Help for a Mother’s Anxious Heart (Philippians 4:6-7)

Today, the second Sunday in May, is a day set aside by former President Woodrow Wilson “as a public expression of our love and reverence for the mothers of our country.”  For some women this is a very joyful day filled with the laughter and fun of family and friends.  For others, today may beContinueContinue reading “Help for a Mother’s Anxious Heart (Philippians 4:6-7)”

Facing Fear! Trusting God! (2 Timothy 1:7)

Photo by Suzy Hazelwood from Pexels If you have ever been involved in Vacation Bible School (VBS) the words conjure up many memories.  Some remember that it is usually hot.  Some remember crafts, games, and Bible stories.  I remember Kool-Aid and cookies and gathering together with my friends and loved ones to learn about Jesus.ContinueContinue reading “Facing Fear! Trusting God! (2 Timothy 1:7)”

Proper Fear (Luke 12:4-7)

What is your greatest fear?  Is it something irrational like Cathisophobia (fear of sitting down) or Neophobia (fear of something new)?  Or is it something more rational like Claustrophobia (fear of having no escape) or Acrophobia (fear of heights)?  Do you have Anthrophobia?  You might not have an irrational fear of the company of humans,ContinueContinue reading “Proper Fear (Luke 12:4-7)”