Fear Comes Knocking

Here is the problem. Fear comes knocking on the door of our lives. We have a situation in our lives that is producing anxiety so we are already vulnerable to the temptation to answer the door. Fear is bold; fear is persistent and relentless. Fear knocks at the door of our lives when we are tired, anxious and full of doubt.

We Offer Fear a Chair

So that is the set up. Fear knocks when we are in our weakened state– defenses down, anxiety levels up. We open the door. And if that isn't enough we offer him a chair in our living space. Then to make matters worse, we offer him a more comfortable chair. And how about a cushy pillow so that he can feel at home? Sound ludicrous? Not really. That is what we all do at some time or another. Fear becomes comfortable as we entertain him. After all he is now our guest and so we feed him and make him feel at home.

What to do?

So what do we do about this? How do we deal with fear when he comes knocking? First of all, we have a choice. This may sound too simple, but don't answer the door. Tell him he is not welcome and send him on his way. One way to do this is to be so familiar with Scripture that you can use the Word to defend your position: "For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control." (2 Timothy 1:6 )

Wielding the Sword of Truth

If in a weakened moment you invite him in then don't offer him a comfortable chair. Recognize that he is inside your "space" and order him out: "There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear." (I John 4:18 )Remind yourself that God loves you; call on His love to break into the temptation of making fear a part of your life. Your best weapon is God's Word which fights the battles of fear you face: "For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart." (Hebrews 4:12 )



Join Me

If you would like to know more about how to handle fear according to God's Word, join me in searching out the scriptures about fear because the truth is sure to set you free!

About the AuthorDraw near to God and He will draw near to you. James 4:8 . Joanne Ellison often refers to her ministry as a bridge that takes you from knowing about Jesus to having a personal relationship with Him.
Joanne is an engaging speaker, writer and Bible teacher. Her unique and refreshing speaking style combines personal stories, vulnerability and humor, rooted in her passion for God's Word.

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