Podcasts about do not be afraid

In this episode, we conclude our Lenten book study by focusing on the epilogue and sharing ideas on how to prepare for the Triduum. During Holy Week, our Lord invites us to join Him on His Paschal journey. We reflect on how He takes on our suffering, sin, and brokenness and brings them to the Father so that death may be destroyed forever. We also talk about the importance of remembering how God has transformed our lives, the call to “be not afraid”, and how our Lord is restoring our deepest identities. You are in our prayers dear friends, and we will see you again in the Easter season!   Heather's One Thing - Glory: Women's Gathering (June 6th-8th 2025) Heather's Other One Thing - The Pause App from Wild at Heart Sister Miriam's One Thing - Peaceful Guitar Playlist from Spotify Michelle's One Thing - Everything about Easter (the Liturgy, flowers, decorations…everything!)   Announcement: We will be taking a two week break for Easter and will see you again on May 5th!   Journal Questions: Where do I need the Lord to grow my capacity? Where do I still need resurrection? What sorrowful places in my life need a reminder of the Lord's victory? Where in my life do I despise or push away or idolize my humanity?   Discussion Questions: How can you embrace a kingdom mindset this Holy Week? What has been your Jubilee story? How do you see your humanity as an obstacle rather than a gift to the world? How does the Lord want to personally and individually restore your humanity?   Quote to Ponder: “There are ways of being crucified that do not involve rough wood and heavy nails, but a love beyond our capacity to love, which means a love that has been given to us by God.” (Catherine Doherty)   Scripture for Lectio: “The next day the great crowd that had come to the festival heard that Jesus was coming to Jerusalem. So they took branches of palm trees and went out to meet him, shouting, “Hosanna! Blessed is the one who comes in the name of the Lord, The King of Israel!” Jesus found a young donkey and sat on it, as it is written: “do not be afraid daughter of Zion; look your king is coming, sitting on a donkey's colt.”” (John 12:12-15)   Sponsor - Mary Powathil: Mary Powathil, a Houston-based iconographer and fine artist, creates sacred artwork that invites us into a deeper relationship with God. Mary's work has been featured worldwide, at the National Eucharistic Congress, and even the upcoming Sugar Land Arts Festival. Her icons serve as windows into heaven and can be commissioned or printed. Mary also designs custom prayer books to help families grow in holiness through daily prayer. Her art truly can be used as tools for living a faith-filled life.  Visit www.marypowathil.com or follow her on Instagram @mkpcreates.  Use code ABIDE10 for 10% off your first order!   Commissions Original Artwork for Sale Prints for Sale A Look at the Icon Design Process   Timestamps:  00:00 - Mary Powathil 01:25 - Intro 02:18 - Welcome 03:44 - Our Personal Resurrection Stories 05:24 - Do Not Be Afraid 08:10 - Speaking Truth 09:39 - Honor and Honesty 11:09 - Restoration of Our Deepest Identities 13:14 - The Importance of Remembering 15:13 - Humanity 17:11 - An Individual and Unique Love 17:49 - Pray for Priests and Holy Week Services 21:03 - The Tears that Fell 22:49 - One Things

 Week 4: Breaking The Spirit Of Fear Principle: Fear Keeps Us From Walking In God's Abundance. Scripture: Joshua 1:9 (Niv) -  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.” Message: Fear Stops Blessings.  Faith Releases Them! Support the show

"Do not be afraid of your fears, but cope with them—learn how to deal with them—because unless you do, you cannot live your life abundantly and fully." (Fyodor Raychynets)Evoking courage, resilience, and faith in the face of overwhelming uncertainty, Ukrainian pastor and theologian Fyodor Raychynets returns to For the Life of the World three years after the Russian invasion of Ukraine. In conversation with Evan Rosa, Fyodor shares his reflections on fear, freedom, and the emotional and spiritual challenges of living fully in a time of war. He discusses his response to recent global political developments, the struggle of holding onto hope, and the importance of confronting fear rather than suppressing it. Drawing from the Gospel of Mark's iteration of Jesus walking on water, his own personal grief and therapy, and the lived experience of war, Fyodor sees fear not as something to be avoided or gotten rid of, but as something to understand and face with courage."We are in a situation where we are scared to hope.""Do not be afraid of your fears, but cope with them—learn how to deal with them—because unless you do, you cannot live your life abundantly and fully.""If I want to say to someone, ‘I love you,' I say it. If I want to forgive, I forgive. If I want to do something meaningful, I do it now—because tomorrow is never guaranteed.""The enemy wants us to live in fear, to be paralyzed by it. But to live fully is to resist.""When Jesus scared his disciples on the water, he was bringing their fears to the surface—so that they could face them and find true freedom."Show NotesImage: “Walking on Water”, by Ivan Aivazovsky, Russia, 1888Episode SummaryUkrainian pastor and theologian Fyodor Raychynets reflects on faith, fear, and hope after three years of war.The role of fear in spiritual and personal transformation.A biblical perspective on confronting fear, drawn from the Gospel of Mark.Political and emotional reactions to recent global events impacting Ukraine.Living fully in the present as an act of resistance against fear and oppression.Faith, Fear, and FreedomFyodor Raychynets returns to discuss Ukraine's ongoing struggle and his evolving faith."Fear to hope"—the challenge of holding onto hope when the world is falling apart.Why fear should be faced rather than suppressed.The spiritual wisdom of encountering fear: “When Jesus scared his disciples, it was for their good.”The difference between being reckless, cowardly, or courageous—all of which share the common state of fear.The Ukrainian Perspective on Global PoliticsHow Ukraine perceives the shifting stance of U.S. foreign policy.The impact of Zelenskyy's visit to the Oval Office and international reactions.The challenge of fighting for democracy when global powers redefine the terms of war.The fear that democratic values are no longer upheld by those who once championed them.Biblical and Psychological Perspectives on FearMark's Gospel and the fear of encountering God in unexpected ways.Fyodor quotes Carl Jung: "Where our fears lie, that is where change is most needed."Facing fear as a practice of faith and emotional resilience.The importance of naming fears, localizing them, and even “inviting them in for tea.”How unprocessed fear can lead to paralysis or aggression.Living in the Present: The Antidote to FearWhy Fyodor refuses to postpone life until after the war."We don't know what tomorrow brings. So I live today, fully."A powerful response to fear: doing good, loving openly, and forgiving freely.The lesson of war: never get used to abnormal things.Holding onto humanity in the face of devastation.Linked Media ReferencesMark 6L: 45-52 Jesus Walks on WaterEpisode 110 of For the Life of the World A Voice from KyivEpisode 138 of For the Life of the World / Ukrainian Pastor Speaks Out: Resist Evil, Be Present, and Remember How Little You ControlUkraine War Updates - BBC NewsAbout Fyodor RaychynetsFyodor Raychynets is a theologian and pastor in Kyiv, Ukraine. He is Head of the Department of Theology at Ukrainian Evangelical Theological Seminary, where he teaches courses in Leadership and Biblical Studies, particularly the Gospel of Matthew. He studied with Miroslav Volf at Evangelical Theological Seminary in Osijek, Croatia.Follow him on Facebook here.Production NotesThis podcast featured Fyodor RaychinetsEdited and Produced by Evan RosaHosted by Evan RosaProduction Assistance by Macie Bridge, Alexa Rollow, Zoë Halaban, Kacie Barrett & Emily BrookfieldA Production of the Yale Center for Faith & Culture at Yale Divinity School https://faith.yale.edu/aboutSupport For the Life of the World podcast by giving to the Yale Center for Faith & Culture: https://faith.yale.edu/give

Sunday January 19, 2025. God's Mission to the World: Studies in the Book of Acts "Do Not Be Afraidl," a sermon on Acts 18:1-17 from Dr. Sean Michael Lucas

FPC Knoxville's 1/12/25 Sunday Sermon - “Sanctified Imagination" - Rev. Mark Curtis (Isaiah 43:1-7/Luke 3:15-17, 21-22 )Hymn Of Response:  "Do Not Be Afraid" performed by Mark Pace and our adult choir.

"Do Not Be Afraid" - 12/24/24 Luke 2:1-20 Christmas Eve 2024

The Everyday Bible Study | January 12 | Do Not Be Afraid

"With God, all things are possible. ALL THINGS!""Even an event like THE VIRGIN BIRTH.Some 2,000 years ago, an angel was sent by God to the tiny town of Nazareth in the Galilee area. The area was small, the inhabitants few, and a popular saying of the day was:CAN ANY GOOD THING COME OUT OF NAZARETH?""Perhaps not before, but after the visit by the angel Gabriel to an unknown Mary, from Nazareth would come the Savior of the world.Mary the Virgin was pledged to be married to a man named Joseph, a descendant of David. The angel Gabriel said to her:GREETINGS, YOU WHO ARE HIGHLY FAVORED! THE LORD IS WITH YOU.""Gabriel went on to say:DO NOT BE AFRAID, MARY. YOU HAVE FOUND FAVOR WITH GOD. YOUWILL BE WITH CHILD AND GIVE BIRTH TO A SON. YOU ARE TO GIVE HIM THE NAME JESUS." "HE WILL BE GREAT AND WILL BE CALLED THE SON OF THE MOST HIGH.""THE LORD GOD WILL GIVE HIM THE THRONE OF HIS FATHER DAVID AND HE WILL REIGN OVER THE HOUSE OF JACOB FOREVER. HIS KINGDOM WILL NEVER END!And, rightly so, Mary was troubled and she said to the angel:“How will this come about since I am a virgin?”To which the angel responded:""THE HOLY SPIRIT WILL COME UPON YOU AND THE POWER OF THE MOST HIGH WILL OVERSHADOW YOU.""So the Holy One to be born would be called the SON OF GOD.""The natural man scoffs at angels but the spiritual man knows that with God all things are possible, including angels.Mary, now with child, the Holy Ghost having come upon her, went to the home of Zechariah and Elizabeth, relatives, and when she arrived, Elizabeth knew of this Immaculate Conception and Elizabeth said to Mary:BLESSED ARE YOU AMONG WOMEN, AND BLESSED IS THE CHILD YOU WILL BEAR!Elizabeth knew that Mary would be the mother of her Lord and ours as well. So, the world was about to change because of that event in Nazareth. Jesus ofNazareth would soon be born in Bethlehem of Judea and this Nazarene, this SON OFTHE MOST HIGH would soon be known as THE SAVIOR, the Prince of Peace, the Christ of Glory.When Elizabeth had finished, Mary began her very own song of praise:MY SOUL MAGNIFIES THE LORDAND MY SPIRIT REJOICES IN GOD MY SAVIOR!FOR HE HAS BEEN MINDFUL OF THE HUMBLE STATE OF HIS SERVANT. FROM NOW ON ALL GENERATIONS WILL CALL ME BLESSEDFOR THE MIGHTY ONE HAS DONE GREAT THINGS FOR ME HOLY IS HIS NAME!Such powerful praise and adoration this Magnificat of Mary was. Mary, the virgin, so humble in spirit, thought of herself as the HANDMAIDEN of the Lord, perhaps still puzzled as to why she was chosen to bear the King of Kings, but willing and obedient to do the will of God.And the Babe of Bethlehem grew within her. Fiancé Joseph, of the lineage of David, sought to put her away but again, an angelic message explained to him what had happened, foretold the birth of this Son and the instructions to him that His name would be Jesus. Thereafter, Mary would be wife and mother for Joseph. It is incredibly difficult to imagine how this man 2,000 years ago would react. Nothing like this in human history had ever happened before. He, Joseph was chosen to supervise and support the birth of the Savior of the world. That would be impossible for any man to comprehend but Joseph, obedient like Mary, accepted the angelic explanation and this divine drama proceeded.Surely, Joseph could see the remarkable changes in Mary. For those precious months,Mary's soul glorified the Lord. She told all that her spirit rejoices in God my Savior.Surely that glorifying and rejoicing was well noticed, even participated in by Joseph.""Mary, the humble servant of the Lord knew what great things God had done for her and she was perhaps the first to live in a brand new, revolutionary state of praise and worship. Soon, that would be available to all mankind.Then came the decree from Caesar Augustus that a census should be taken of the entire Roman world. Joseph, who belonged to the house and lineage of David therefore went to Bethlehem of Judea to register with Mary, since Bethlehem was the City of David. But the town was full and there was no room in the inn so that Mary and Joseph slept in a manger. And there, in that manger, Mary gave birth to a son and as a proud and loving mother, she wrapped him in swaddling clothes and laid him in a manger. Such were the humble circumstances of the birth of Jesus of Nazareth, the Babe of Bethlehem, the Prince of Peace, and the Savior of the world.AND THAT IS THE REAL MEANING OF CHRISTMAS! That birth of the Savior of the world is what we celebrate at Christmas! This rabidly secular world of ours wishes to de-spiritualize this event and take CHRIST OUT OF CHRISTMAS. We who believe must never let that happen but rather band together in glorious praise and worship to the Babe and especially to the Father of the Lord Jesus Christ. Let not, my fellow Christians, the secularists abandon the Christ of Christmas.So, Christ was born and there began the spreading of the Word:AND THERE WERE SHEPHERDS ABIDING IN THE FIELDS KEEPING WATCH OVER THEIR FLOCKS BY NIGHTAND LO THE ANGEL OF THE LORD APPEARED TO THEM AND THE GLORY OF THE LORD SHONE ROUND ABOUT THEMAND THEY WERE SORE AFRAID BUT THE ANGEL SAID TO THEM DO NOT BE AFRAIDI BRING YOU GOOD TIDINGS OF GREAT JOY THAT WILL BE FOR ALL PEOPLE THIS DAY IN THE CITY OF DAVIDA SAVIOR HAS BEEN BORN FOR YOU HE IS CHRIST THE LORDTHIS WILL BE A SIGN UNTO YOUYOU WILL FIND THE BABE WRAPPED IN SWADDLING CLOTHES AND LYING IN A MANGERAND SUDDENLY THERE WAS WITH THE ANGELS A HEAVENLY HOST OF ANGELSPRAISING GOD AND SAYING GLORY TO GOD IN THE HIGHESTAND ON EARTH PEACE AND GOODWILL TO ALL MANKINDHow interesting that shepherds were chosen as the first to hear this angelic enunciation. Shepherds were watchmen, observant, especially at night as they made certain to protect their sheep. They knew the heavens, the stars and their movements. They were familiar with the night and they could, like wise men and kings, identify and follow the STAR OF WONDER, the star which shone brightly that night over the City ofDavid, the blessed Bethlehem of Judea, where the Prince of Peace was born.""And those shepherds left immediately and they found Mary and Joseph and the Babe lying in the manger. And when they had seen him, they were the very first evangelists, spreading the word of this miraculous and marvelous birth, the message they had been told by the angel about this Babe. And that was the beginning of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. From then on, the shepherds glorified and praised God for all the things they had heard and seen even as we who believe do so today. We well say today as the shepherds and angels did then:GLORY TO GOD IN THE HIGHESTAND ON EARTH PEACE, GOODWILL TOWARD ALL MANKIND""Men and women search today for truth even as the shepherds did. The search is everywhere but the truth, the ultimate truth was revealed to mankind in a manger in Bethlehem 2,000 years ago. Wise men and women, who truly seek him, will find him there. Those who scoff, mock a virgin birth, the concept of angels, and the creation of a God–man will never, ever know that:NOTHING IS IMPOSSIBLE WITH GODNothing.But to find HIM is a most joyous, wondrous discovery. It is an epiphany like no other. The finding of the Babe is the finding of the world's greatest treasure. The power, the love, and the understanding which results from finding HIM is life–changing then and forevermore. That finding allows us to become as a little child, open and transparent, filled with love and compassion, fully understanding the GRACE of God and that gracious gift which changed the world 2,000 years ago. That faith in the Babe of Bethlehem is the key to entering the Kingdom of God, humbly trusting and believing even as Mary did of old. Women become handmaidens of the Lord as Mary did. Men become servants of the Lord as the shepherds did.So that, on Christmas Day, we discover the greatest present, the greatest gift one could ever find:THE BABE OF BETHLEHEM""The gifts we give to others at Christmastime can never begin to equal the gift of God to us. We should celebrate that gift FIRST and wherever possible, give the love of that gift to others. That is what Christmas is all about and that should never change.And we, like the shepherds should spread the news, the Good News. That is true evangelism and we who believe must never let that message die not only at Christmas but every day. The wise men of old found Him and the wise men and women of today, the truly wise who search will find Him. For in Him, it is all that God is. And that, as the angels well said, are indeed the glad tidings and the great joy for all.For God so loved the world, that He gave His only Son to all humankind so that those who believe could have life abundant here and life eternal there. For those who""received this gift of God, there comes the power of God making them sons of God and daughters, life all brand new. Women praise the Lord like Mary of old. Men glorify the Lord as the shepherds of old. And that, and only that can bring peace to the world.The message of that Babe is the only message which can spread the goodwill of God and transform the lives of all mankind. May it be yours.We the Crawford Broadcasting Company, all of us, wish you a very happy, merry, blessed Christmas centered around the Babe of Bethlehem, and may the love of God in Jesus Christ be your very special gift this Christmas season. Glory to God in the highest and on earth, peace and goodwill for all.CHRIST IS BORN!"

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2024.12.08 Do Not Be Afraid for Your Prayer Has Been Heard | Luke 1:5-25 | John Wood by EP Church Annapolis

This guided Christian meditation from Psalm 37 will strengthen you to change your fretting into faith as you remember that God will bring justice in his time and way. Get your FREE Do Not Be Afraid Guided Meditation Journal here. Let's talk about justice. Or, really, the lack of justice.   Evil seems to be winning. The underhanded always seem to get ahead. Injustices seem to go unanswered.   We fear God may never set things right.   But our faith says he will. Revelation 21 reminds us that a day is coming when all that is wrong will be made right. But until that day, we live in a world where the broken way seems to be advancing. Yet it is here, in this broken world, that Scripture exhorts us to lay aside our fears and trust God and his good plans. Psalm 37 is about laying aside our fretting and learning to wait well. I pray that as you meditate on this Psalm, your heart will be encouraged to turn your fears into trust. God has it under control. You do not need to be afraid.   You can follow along with a FREE printed guide for this meditation, and the entire Do Not Be Afraid series here.   Here are some additional helpful links: You can find out more about me, Jodie, at http://www.jodieniznik.com/ Follow me on Instagram @creatingspaceforgod Follow me on Facebook @JodieGNiznik Learn more about Scripture meditation and download a FREE Lectio Divina Scripture Meditation Journal here. Join my Monday email newsletter here, where I send links to the newest meditation every Monday morning. Find out more about my partner, Life Audio, at lifeaudio.com. Download FREE sample chapters from my Bible studies here.   The entire meditation text is as follows: Psalm 37:1-8, NET 1 Do not fret when wicked men seem to succeed! Do not envy evildoers! 2 For they will quickly dry up like grass, and wither away like plants. 3 Trust in the Lord and do what is right! Settle in the land and maintain your integrity! 4 Then you will take delight in the Lord, and he will answer your prayers. 5 Commit your future to the Lord! Trust in him, and he will act on your behalf. 6 He will vindicate you in broad daylight, and publicly defend your just cause. 7 Wait patiently for the Lord! Wait confidently for him! Do not fret over the apparent success of a sinner, a man who carries out wicked schemes! 8 Do not be angry and frustrated! Do not fret! That only leads to trouble! Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

This guided Christian meditation from Matthew 6 will help you remember that God cares about your future and will meet your needs.   Get your FREE Do Not Be Afraid Guided Meditation Journal here.   Will there be enough for tomorrow? What if the economy collapses? Will I lose all I have? There's no shortage of fears swirling around about the economy and our future.   While there is wisdom in preparing for our future through wise living and saving, we cannot let what we've stored away, or what we haven't stored away, become an idol. Idols are false Gods, and they only make hollow promises. God is the only one who promises to truly take care of us. And God keeps his promises. Matthew 6 reminds us that if God cares for the bird's daily needs, he will also care for yours. As you meditate on Matthew 6, part of Jesus' famous Sermon on the Mount, let it comfort you with the reminder that God will take care of you today and in the future.   You can follow along with a FREE printed guide for this meditation, as well as the entire Do Not Be Afraid series here.   Here are some additional helpful links: You can find out more about me, Jodie, at http://www.jodieniznik.com/ Follow me on Instagram @creatingspaceforgod Follow me on Facebook @JodieGNiznik Learn more about Scripture meditation and download a FREE Lectio Divina Scripture Meditation Journal here. Join my Monday email newsletter here, where I send links to the newest meditation every Monday morning. Find out more about my partner, Life Audio, at lifeaudio.com. Download FREE sample chapters from my Bible studies here.   The entire meditation text is as follows: Matthew 6:31–34, NIV So do not worry, saying, ‘What shall we eat?' or ‘What shall we drink?' or ‘What shall we wear?' 32 For the pagans run after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them. 33 But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well. 34 Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.   The other passages mentioned in this podcast are: Matthew 6:19-21, NIV 19 “Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moths and vermin destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. 20 But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moths and vermin do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. 21 For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.   Matthew 6:25-26, NIV 25 “Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothes? 26 Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they? Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

This guided Christian meditation from Psalm 23 will ease your fears about walking through difficult seasons.   Get your FREE Do Not Be Afraid Guided Meditation Journal here.   If we're in a dark valley, we fear— Will we ever find the other side? Will life ever feel normal again?   If we aren't in a dark valley— We fear we'll be taken there soon.   The fear of living in pain, loss, and difficulty can be paralyzing.   There is no doubt we will all walk through difficult seasons. You already have. It's a part of living in a fallen world in bodies that are breaking down.   And yet, here you are. You're still standing. God has seen you through thus far, and he won't stop here. Let that encourage you.   Let this meditation on Psalm 23 also encourage and remind you that God is good, he is with you, and he will guide you through all the twists and turns of life.   May you lay aside any fears that feel crippling and return your focus to God, who will be faithful to you always.   God is with you. He will never let you go, even when you must walk through a dark valley. You have nothing to fear.   You can follow along with a FREE printed guide for this meditation and the entire Do Not Be Afraid series here.   Here are some additional helpful links: You can find out more about me, Jodie, at http://www.jodieniznik.com/ Follow me on Instagram @creatingspaceforgod Follow me on Facebook @JodieGNiznik Learn more about Scripture meditation and download a FREE Lectio Divina Scripture Meditation Journal here. Join my Monday email newsletter here, where I send links to the newest meditation every Monday morning. Find out more about my partner, Life Audio, at lifeaudio.com. Download FREE sample chapters from my Bible studies here.   The entire meditation text is as follows: Psalm 23, NET 1 The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing. 2 He takes me to lush pastures, he leads me to refreshing water. 3 He restores my strength. He leads me down the right paths for the sake of his reputation. 4 Even when I must walk through the darkest valley, I fear no danger, for you are with me; your rod and your staff reassure me. 5 You prepare a feast before me in plain sight of my enemies. You refresh my head with oil; my cup is completely full. 6 Surely your goodness and faithfulness will pursue me all my days, and I will live in the Lord's house for the rest of my life. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

This guided Christian meditation from Philippians 4 will help you release the anxiety and fear you feel about the future of our world.   Get your FREE Do Not Be Afraid Guided Meditation Journal here.   Dire predictions about world events and the coming US election fill us with fear and confusion.   So much feels out of our control. And with so many voices speaking in, many of them spreading disinformation, how do we even know what to do or how to respond?   It's easy to get immobilized with fear.   This meditation is not intended to address any political party or ideal.  Instead, it is intended to help us turn back to God, release the fears that are gripping us, and remember that everything will be ok because God holds the future.   In this meditation, we will discuss our call to the impossible task of unity and Scriptures that remind us to pray for, not against, our leaders and potential leaders.   I pray this meditation gives you space to pause, remember, and pray for God's gracious leading. May it help you release some of the anxiety you feel about the future of our world.   God is with us. He is in control, and therefore, we have nothing to fear.   You can follow along with a FREE printed guide for this meditation, and the entire Do Not Be Afraid series here.   Here are some additional helpful links: You can find out more about me, Jodie, at http://www.jodieniznik.com/ Follow me on Instagram @creatingspaceforgod Follow me on Facebook @JodieGNiznik Learn more about Scripture meditation and download a FREE Lectio Divina Scripture Meditation Journal here. Join my Monday email newsletter here, where I send links to the newest meditation every Monday morning. Find out more about my partner, Life Audio, at lifeaudio.com. Download FREE sample chapters from my Bible studies here.   The entire meditation text is as follows: Philippians 4:4-7, NIV Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, 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.   Additional Scriptures mentioned in this podcast are: John 17:20-21, NLT (Part of Jesus' final prayer to the Father on our behalf.) I am praying not only for these disciples but also for all who will ever believe in me through their message. I pray that they will all be one, just as you and I are one—as you are in me, Father, and I am in you. And may they be in us so that the world will believe you sent me. 1 Timothy 2:1-4, NET First of all, then, I urge that requests, prayers, intercessions, and thanks be offered on behalf of all people, even for kings and all who are in authority, that we may lead a peaceful and quiet life in all godliness and dignity. Such prayer for all is good and welcomed before God our Savior, since he wants all people to be saved and to come to a knowledge of the truth. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

10 Then the angel said to them, "Do not be afraid, for behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy which will be to all people. 11 For there is born to you this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. I believe some of the most exciting verses in all the Bible are found here in Luke 2:8-14. Today, we live in a broken world. The world that Jesus was born into two-thousand years ago was a broken world! A broken world is a fearful world, an insecure world, a world that is in survival mode, a world that doesn't' know what the future holds for it, a world that doesn't know what is going to happen next. Like the insane tyrant King Herod the Great, the king of Judea in the day of Jesus, we live is a world of incompetent, insane, power thirsty tyrants, who are running our nations. It was a messed up, broken world two-thousand years ago and it is pretty much the same today!   But here in this passage a message of “good tidings” appears for the dark Roman world. “A Savior has been born”! Notice several things in this passage. We are first told that in the same place where Jesus was born, there were “shepherds living out in the fields at night watching their flocks”. Shepherds were like nomads traveling from place to place looking for grass for their flocks. Wow! People in our world are transit, moving from city to city, country to country, looking for a better something! They are “outside” the fold of safety! Jesus would later say in Matthew 9:35-39 when He was moved with compassion as He looked on the multitudes; “They are like scattered sheep with no shepherd, hungry and thirsty, weary and worn, diseased and sick.”  What a vivid description of our world today!   We live in a world of darkness. It is like “night” in our world of darkness full of sin with “men and women loving the darkness and hating the light because their deeds are evil” (John 3:19-21). Jesus said in His prophetic message in Luke 20:26, that in the last days “men's hearts will fail them for fear…”.  If you google the number one cause of death in America, the first thing that pops up is this from the U.S. Health Department CDC: “Heart disease has been the leading cause of death in the United States since 1950 (1). Risk factors for heart disease include high blood pressure, high cholesterol, smoking, diabetes, overweight and obesity, unhealthy diet, physical inactivity, and excessive alcohol use.” Jesus knew what He was talking about!   It was in this kind of world filled with fear that the angel of the Lord showed up to the shepherds with a message of “good tiding of great joy”! This is the third appearance of an angel in the Gospel of Luke and in each one they repeated the same words. To Zacharias, to Mary, and to the shepherds, the angel assured them with, “Do not be afraid”!   “And behold!” (v. 9). Listen! Take note of this! Something special is happening! An angel and the glory of the Lord shows up with him. Remember the four-hundred silent years of God between Malachi and Matthew. The Glory of God showed up in burning bush with Moses, over the tabernacle in the wilderness, and in Solomon's temple about 1000 B.C. But the last appearance of the Glory of the Lord showing up in the Old Testament is found in Ezekiel's prophetic vision in Ezekiel 9-11, where it is seen leaving the temple and the city of Jerusalem.   But behold!!!! Here in Luke 2, at the birth of Jesus, the glory of the Lord once again appears on earth to shepherds in the night watching their sheep! My friend, today wherever the presence of Jesus is you will find the Glory of the Lord. Goodness! Time and space do not allow us to say more today but I trust you get the message! God's glory in Jesus Christ expels all fear and gives us a message of salvation and hope in a very dark world!   Today, can others see the Glory of the Lord in your life! Our very presence and manner of life should be shouting to the world, “Do Not Be Afraid!”.   God bless!

This guided Christian meditation in Isaiah 41 reminds us that we are called, chosen, and upheld by God. He is with us, and therefore we have nothing to fear. Get your FREE Do Not Be Afraid Guided Meditation Journal here. Ancient Israel wandered away from God—but God never gave up on them. They were his called, chosen, and upheld people.   Isaiah's words were a balm to their wayward souls. And they are strong words to comfort and encourage us today.   God is with you. You are his called and chosen son or daughter.   And because of this: God longs to help you. God longs to strengthen you. He is holding you up with his righteous right hand.   And his righteous right hand is stronger than anyone or anything else.   No matter where you find yourself today, let these truths guide you. You do not need to be afraid because God is on your side.   You can follow along with a FREE printed guide for this meditation, and the entire Do Not Be Afraid series here.   Here are some additional helpful links: You can find out more about me, Jodie, at http://www.jodieniznik.com/ Follow me on Instagram @creatingspaceforgod Follow me on Facebook @JodieGNiznik Learn more about Scripture meditation and download a FREE Lectio Divina Scripture Meditation Journal here. Join my Monday email newsletter here, where I send links to the newest meditation every Monday morning. Find out more about my partner, Life Audio, at lifeaudio.com. Download FREE sample chapters from my Bible studies here.   The entire meditation text is as follows: Isaiah 41:9-10, NIV 9 I took you from the ends of the earth, from its farthest corners I called you. I said, ‘You are my servant'; I have chosen you and have not rejected you. 10 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. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

This guided Christian meditation in Joshua 1 reminds us we can be strong and courageous as we face the future because God is with us. Get your FREE Do Not Be Afraid Guided Meditation Journal here. The fear of the unknown plagues us. What if something happens that turns our lives upside down and inside out? These imagined worst-case scenarios breed fear and anxiety that can spiral out of control. Yet God will not give you the grace to handle your imagined futures, but he will give you the grace you need to walk through your reality. When fear starts to spiral, pause and remember these truths from Joshua 1. Joshua was called to lead the people into a new land. God knew the journey wouldn't be easy, so he exhorted Joshua three times–be strong and courageous. Joshua could remain strong and courageous because he knew God would never leave him, God would help him succeed, and God would be with him each step of the way. While this was a specific promise for Joshua, it is also for us. God is with us. He will never leave us or forsake us. We will have success when we follow his plans—maybe not success as the world deems success, but success in all the ways that really matter. Take a few moments to settle in and allow this passage from Joshua to encourage your heart. You do not need to fear the future. God is with you. You can follow along with a FREE printed guide for this meditation, and the entire Do Not Be Afraid series here.   Here are some additional helpful links: You can find out more about me, Jodie, at http://www.jodieniznik.com/ Follow me on Instagram @creatingspaceforgod Follow me on Facebook @JodieGNiznik Learn more about Scripture meditation and download a FREE Lectio Divina Scripture Meditation Journal here. Join my Monday email newsletter here, where I send links to the newest meditation every Monday morning.   Find out more about my partner, Life Audio, at lifeaudio.com. Download FREE sample chapters from my Bible studies here.   The entire meditation text is as follows: Joshua 1:5-9, NIV As I was with Moses, so I will be with you; I will never leave you nor forsake you. 6 Be strong and courageous, because you will lead these people to inherit the land I swore to their ancestors to give them. 7 “Be strong and very courageous. Be careful to obey all the law my servant Moses gave you; do not turn from it to the right or to the left, that you may be successful wherever you go. 8 Keep this Book of the Law always on your lips; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. Then you will be prosperous and successful. 9 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.” Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

This guided Christian meditation in Romans 8 reminds us that there is nothing we can do to separate ourselves from God's love. We are held secure in his love. Get your FREE Do Not Be Afraid Guided Meditation Journal here. Do you wonder… Will God ever turn away from me? Even if I'm really awful? If my loved one walks away from their faith, will they still be with me in heaven? Am I in this difficult season because God is upset with me? Am I being punished?   The core of these questions is fear. Fear that God will stop loving us.   Many Scriptures affirm that he won't. Romans 8 specifically reminds us that nothing we do—or do not do—will ever make God stop loving us. We are held secure in God's love because of Jesus and our faith in him.   Whether you've secretly wondered about Christ's love for you or a loved one, let this meditation reassure you that you are held secure in God's loving grip. Find a quiet space, take a few deep breaths, and allow your fears to fade away.   You can follow along with a FREE printed guide for this meditation and the entire Do Not Be Afraid series here.   Here are some additional helpful links: You can find out more about me, Jodie, at http://www.jodieniznik.com/ Follow me on Instagram @creatingspaceforgod Follow me on Facebook @JodieGNiznik Learn more about Scripture meditation and download a FREE Lectio Divina Scripture Meditation Journal here. Join my Monday email newsletter here, where I send links to the newest meditation every Monday morning. Find out more about my partner, Life Audio, at lifeaudio.com. Download FREE sample chapters from my Bible studies here.   The entire meditation text is as follows: Romans 8:35, 37-39 NLT 35 Can anything ever separate us from Christ's love? Does it mean he no longer loves us if we have trouble or calamity, or are persecuted, or hungry, or destitute, or in danger, or threatened with death?  37 No, despite all these things, overwhelming victory is ours through Christ, who loved us. 38 And I am convinced that nothing can ever separate us from God's love. Neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither our fears for today nor our worries about tomorrow—not even the powers of hell can separate us from God's love. 39 No power in the sky above or in the earth below—indeed, nothing in all creation will ever be able to separate us from the love of God that is revealed in Christ Jesus our Lord.   Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

This guided Christian meditation on Psalm 27 declares that God is our light, salvation, and fortress. We will see God's goodness in this life, so we do not need to be afraid. Get your FREE Do Not Be Afraid Guided Meditation Journal here. Psalm 27 invites us to shift our perspective from fear to trust as it reminds us that whatever we are afraid of cannot destroy us. God holds our lives and our eternity secure in his hands. And with our good God in control, we can be certain that we will see his goodness in this life—in the land of the living. So, keep waiting on God. He's working behind the scenes. We have nothing to fear. Find a quiet space, take a few deep breaths, and allow Jesus' words to lead you to his peace. You can follow along with a FREE printed guide for this meditation, and the entire Do Not Be Afraid series here. Here are some additional helpful links: You can find out more about me, Jodie, at http://www.jodieniznik.com/ Follow me on Instagram @creatingspaceforgod Follow me on Facebook @JodieGNiznik Learn more about Scripture meditation and download a FREE Lectio Divina Scripture Meditation Journal here. Join my Monday email newsletter here, where I send links to the newest meditation every Monday morning. Find out more about my partner, Life Audio, at lifeaudio.com. Download FREE sample chapters from my Bible studies here.   The entire meditation text is as follows: Psalm 27:1, 11-14. NLT 1 The Lord is my light and my salvation— so why should I be afraid? The Lord is my fortress, protecting me from danger, so why should I tremble? 11 Teach me how to live, O Lord. Lead me along the right path, for my enemies are waiting for me. 12 Do not let me fall into their hands. For they accuse me of things I've never done; with every breath they threaten me with violence. 13 Yet I am confident I will see the Lord's goodness while I am here in the land of the living. 14 Wait patiently for the Lord. Be brave and courageous. Yes, wait patiently for the Lord. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

NEW SERIES: Do Not Be Afraid This guided Christian meditation on John 14 reminds us that Jesus leaves us peace, so we do not need to be afraid. If your heart feels troubled, this meditation will help you find peace. Get your FREE Do Not Be Afraid Guided Meditation Journal here. Some say there are 365 verses of Scripture that tell us not to be afraid, one for each day. I'm not sure that's entirely accurate, but here's what I do know: Scripture speaks about fear A LOT. There is no shortage of things that make us feel fear.  However, we actually have very little control over much of what causes us to feel fear, which means the feeling of fear isn't doing us any favors.  Fear preoccupies our hearts and minds, causes us to lose sleep, and causes our bodies to experience an overload of stress. Unnecessary fear is simply a tool the enemy uses to render us ineffective.  And that's why the Bible speaks to fear over and over again. God doesn't want us to fear because he wants us to thrive, live in trust and peace, and remember that he has good plans for us. Jesus knew this would be our struggle, so he stated: Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid. Find a quiet space, take a few deep breaths, and allow Jesus' words to lead you to his peace. You can follow along with a FREE printed guide for this meditation, as well as the entire Do Not Be Afraid series here.   Here are some additional helpful links: You can find out more about me, Jodie, at http://www.jodieniznik.com/ Follow me on Instagram @creatingspaceforgod Follow me on Facebook @JodieGNiznik Learn more about Scripture meditation and download a FREE Lectio Divina Scripture Meditation Journal here. Join my Monday email newsletter here, where I send links to the newest meditation every Monday morning. Find out more about my partner, Life Audio, at lifeaudio.com. Download FREE sample chapters from my Bible studies here. The entire meditation text is as follows: John 14:1, 25-27, NIV Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me. "All this I have spoken while still with you. But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have said to you. Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Pastor Chris Waldvogel  ~  10th Sunday after Pentecost   Old Testament:  Genesis 9:8-17 Epistle:  Ephesians 3:14-21 Gospel:  Mark 6:45-56 The post July 28, 2024 ~ “Take Heart. It is I. Do Not Be Afraid!” ~ Mark 6:45-56 appeared first on Beautiful Savior Fargo.

Jesus tells his Apostles, DO NOT BE AFRAID! Yes, it will be tough and we will experience fear, but we have God's victorious strength to engage the terrors of life as we embrace our faith. (Lectionary #388) July 13, 2024 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Sun. June 30, 2024: "Do Not Be Afraid, Just Have Faith" -Rev John Kerns, Pastor

Are there days when you feel paralyzed by fear or worry? Spiritual Growth Coach Alejandro Duran shares three powerful reasons for you to have hope and courage in God! Like many of us, author Cara Whitney and her husband, Dan (Larry the Cable Guy), have experienced mountaintops and valleys in life. The good news they discovered is that we don't have to go it alone. God's Word guides our steps, leading us through the ups and downs of our faith journey. Country Soul is filled with 30 compelling journeys of faith about men and women from all walks of life whose heartaches turned into hope and whose setbacks were transformed into victory!Get your copy when you give a gift of any amount.Thank you for supporting the mission of Christ.

A new MP3 sermon from The Narrated Puritan is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Do Not Be Afraid! Subtitle: Spurgeon's Sermon Speaker: C. H. Spurgeon Broadcaster: The Narrated Puritan Event: Audiobook Date: 5/31/2024 Bible: Genesis 15:1 Length: 33 min.

Join Pastor Mark Rempel at 2911 Church as he dives into "The Truth About Trusting God in Difficult Times." This uplifting sermon explores Isaiah 43, highlighting how God's plan for hope and renewal can guide us through life's toughest moments. Uncover the timeless truths of scripture and learn how to trust God's unique plan for your life, even when circumstances seem overwhelming.Throughout this message, Pastor Mark emphasizes the importance of faith, perseverance, and the spiritual journey we all undertake. Whether you're struggling with fear, feeling stuck, or seeking a new beginning, this sermon offers encouragement and inspiration. Discover how to let go of past burdens and embrace the new things God has in store for you.If you find hope and encouragement in this message, don't forget to like, share, and subscribe to our channel. Stay connected with 2911 Church for more inspiring sermons and join us on this journey of faith.#HopeInGod #ChristianEncouragement #GodsPlan #GodsPromises #OvercomingFear #ProphetIsaiah #GodsPromises #HopeTrust #TrustInGod #OvercomingFearCHAPTERS:0:00 - God's Message for You0:10 - Who is Isaiah1:35 - God is Doing a New Thing5:45 - God Will Make a Way8:22 - Do Not Be Afraid11:08 - Earthly Fear17:02 - Trust God with the Outcome22:52 - God is Pruning You24:50 - The Sweetest Wine Takes Time27:50 - Don't Rush the Process30:23 - God's New Thing Will Take Work33:10 - Pride is Keeping Us from the New Thing37:44 - Everything Can Change in a Moment----------Follow 2911 Church on Social Media:FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/2911churchINSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/2911churchWEBSITE: https://www.2911church.com/GIVING: https://2911church.churchcenter.com/giving----------Subscribe to 2911 Church's Podcast:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6SiLmBl5TcTGD63CTNwU4f?si=98186b325cf94ee6Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/29-11-church/id1456498714

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Matthew 28:1-10 - Do Not Be Afraid

Matt 28: 1-10 I will highlight the 4 things said by the angel - Do Not Be Afraid ... A broad invitation to an experience of the risen Jesus. - Pastor Joseph Thomas - Sunday, March 31, 2024

Matt 28: 1-10 I will highlight the 4 things said by the angel - Do Not Be Afraid ... A broad invitation to an experience of the risen Jesus. - Pastor Joseph Thomas - Sunday, March 31, 2024

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