"Do Not Fear"
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In this episode, Jodi Hayward shares some insights on the fear phenomenon and God's invitation to lean on him in uncertainty. Fear is a normal expression of our humanity, but it can become a thief if left untethered- robbing us of the ability to enjoy life and identify the beauty in it. But Jodi reminds us of God's heart to secure ours- “He will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trusts in you.” (Isaiah 26:3)
About the Speaker:
Jodi Hayward is an Educational Consultant in Kansas City, Missouri. She has been married to her husband Mark for 35 years and loves being a mother to her adult children: Nate and his wife Kendall, Mallory and her husband Jeremy, and Ariana. She is a grandmother to Ellie Jo, a 4 year-old, who keeps her laughing. Jodi loves God, His Kingdom, and finding sunshine- literally and metaphorically.
Episode Notes:
Lament: a passionate expression of grief & sorrow.
Lam. 3: 55-58
Fear:
- Unpleasant emotion caused by the belief that someone or something is dangerous, likely to cause pain, or a threat!
- A feeling of anxiety concerning the outcome of something or the safety and well-being of someone.
- “Fear robs me of the ability to enjoy life and see the beauty of it.”
- Fear as a verb: avoid or put off doing something because you are afraid!
What helps you to overcome your fears and trust God?
Isaiah 26:3
1. “God will keep in perfect peace”
- Perfect: absolute, complete
- Peace: Free from disturbance, a mental calm, and serenity.
2. “Him whose mind is steadfast”
- Steadfast: resolutely firm, determined & unwavering
3. “Because he trusts in you!”
- Is. 26:4 “Trust in the Lord forever, for the Lord, the Lord is the rock eternal!”
- Trust: Firm belief in the reliability, truth, ability or strength of someone or something.
Heb. 12:1 "Let us throw off everything that hinders & the sin that so easily entangles, and run with perseverance the race marked out for us."
Q: What hinders you from being steadfast, determined & unwavering?
- Social media, feelings, emotions, or others opinions
- One of the things that can hinder me is my phone: all of its dings, pings and the call to worship it. Is it my golden calf?
- What takes up your time & energy or distracts you? What are you really devoted too?
God’s Word is the key!
- Rom. 10:17 Faith comes from hearing the message & the message is heard through the Word of Christ.
- John 8:31-32 If, you hold to the teaching then you are really my disciples then you will know the truth and the truth will set you free…free from fear!
- Holding to God’s Word in a time of information overload.
James 1: 19-21:b Anger is a secondary emotion often driven by fear!
· Fear drives me to be quick to speak & slow to listen
Lam 3:22-24
Lam. 3: 55-58- “You came near when I called you, and you said, ‘Do not fear’…you took up my case; you redeemed my life!”
Questions:
- What helps you to overcome your fears? How can you cultivate that area in your life?
- What is something that may be hindering you in your walk with God? Causing you to have more fear than faith!
- What is a gem from God’s Word that can help you to grow?
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