Then He arose and rebuked the wind, and said to the sea, "Peace, be still!" And the wind ceased and there was a great calm.
Mark 4:39
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John 14:25-31
Everyone has their own pocketful of fears. One person fears heights, spiders ( I despise a spider and will run you over to get away), and death, while another fears failure, germs, and the disapproval of others. Every fear reveals itself through our actions. If I am afraid of germs, my house will be clean from top to bottom and I may be afraid to shake the hands of others.
God knew the fears of His followers. Be not afraid. This phrase is repeated by God and His angels throughout Scripture. He knew that whenever He called His people to trust or fulfill His purposes, their fear could hold them back. These men did not hold back: Abraham left his home behind. Moses demanded that Pharaoh release God's people from captivity. Joseph patiently and faithfully served as a slave. Joshua marched around Jericho's walls. Be not afraid.
God knows your fears. Be not afraid. He points us to a reality greater and more powerful than our fear. He points us to Himself. Just as Jesus reminded His disciples of His protection, calming the storm on the Sea of Galilee. He wants to remind you of His protection and fill you with His peace.
