FEAR NOT:
Prayers for confidence as you heal
“When I am afraid, I will put my trust in You.” Psalm 56:3 (NASB)
“Don’t be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be discouraged, for I am your God.I will strengthen you and help you. I will hold you up with my victorious right hand.” Isaiah 41:10 (NLT)
“That’s right. Because I, your God,have a firm grip on you and I’m not letting go. I’m telling you, ‘Don’t panic. I’m right here to help you. Isaiah 41:13 The Message
“Don’t be bluffed into silence by the threats of bullies. There’s nothing they can do to your soul, your core being. Save your fear for God, who holds your entire life—body and soul—in his hands.”Matthew 10:28 The Message (MSG)
“Be strong. Take courage. Don’t be intimidated. Don’t give them a second thought because God, your God, is striding ahead of you. He’s right there with you. He won’t let you down; He won’t leave you.” Deuteronomy 31:6 The Message (MSG)
“For God did not give us a spirit of timidity or cowardice or fear, but [He has given us a spirit] of power and of love and of sound judgment and personal discipline [abilities that result in a calm, well-balanced mind and self-control]. 2 Timothy 1:7 Amplified Bible (AMP)
“There is no fear in love [dread does not exist]. But perfect (complete, full-grown) love drives out fear, because fear involves [the expectation of divine] punishment, so the one who is afraid [of God’s judgment] is not perfected in love [has not grown into a sufficient understanding of God’s love].” 1 John 4:18 Amplified Bible (AMP)
“The Lord is my light and my salvation—Whom shall I fear? The Lord is the refuge and fortress of my life—Whom shall I dread? Wait for and confidently expect the Lord; Be strong and let your heart take courage;Yes, wait for and confidently expect the Lord.” Psalm 27:1, 14 Amplified Bible (AMP)