Overcoming Fear with God's Truth
For the week of January 11-17, 2026
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Introduction
Fear is one of the most common human experiences, affecting people of all ages, backgrounds, and circumstances. We fear failure, rejection, illness, financial loss, and countless other possibilities. While some fear serves as helpful protection, much of our fear is destructive, robbing us of peace, joy, and effective living.
Scripture doesn’t minimize the reality of fear, but it offers something more powerful—God’s truth that can overcome our deepest anxieties and replace them with confident trust.
I. RECOGNIZE Fear’s Reality
“When I am afraid, I will put my trust in you” (Psalm 56:3).
The Bible acknowledges that fear is a real part of human experience. Rather than denying or minimizing our fears, we should honestly recognize them while refusing to let them control our lives.
II. REMEMBER God’s Truth
“Don’t be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you. Yes, I will help you. Yes, I will uphold you with the right hand of my righteousness” (Isaiah 41:10).
God’s truth about His presence, power, and promises provides the foundation for overcoming fear. When we remember who God is and what He has promised, our fears lose their grip on us.
III. REPLACE Fear with Faith
“For God hasn’t given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and sound mind” (2 Timothy 1:7).
The solution to fear isn’t trying harder to be brave but actively replacing fearful thoughts with faith-filled truth. God has given us everything we need to live courageously.
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