Overwhelmed. Intimidated. Scared. Doubtful. Unsure of what to do!
We all face moments in our lives where we experience these feelings, no matter who we are or where we have been! It seems to be part of the human experience. But, we can choose to NOT have it limit our potential or consume our time with worry! It is not part of God’s plan for us!
Read this verse again:
“For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.”
II Timothy 1:7 NKJV
As this Scripture says, our fear does not come from God. If we are consumed or limited by doubt and fear, recognize right now that it is NOT from God. God has given us a spirit of power, love and a sound mind. God has equipped us with strength and love, not fear and hate.
God has given us the spirit of a sound mind. A mind that can discern right from wrong, a mind with which we can make rational decisions. A mind not to dwell on what we CANNOT DO, but on what we CAN DO.
Do not let your fears overwhelm you. Step back and see the big picture. What is overwhelming you and clouding the sunshine in your life? What is weighing heavy on your heart and taking away your joy? What is holding you back from reaching your potential and finding God’s purpose? Pray to God!
Make sound decisions, not based on the opinions of others, but based on your conversations with God. Make sound decisions not based on fear, but using the spirit of a sound mind. A mind our Almighty God has given each of us!