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Give Your Fears to Jesus

For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the Lord, thoughts of peace, and not evil, to give you an expected end.  Jeremiah 29:11

 

What are you afraid of?

A young person I know would like to get married, but she is afraid of getting into a serious relationship because her parents went through a bitter divorce. She is afraid her marriage will also fail.

Intellectually, she knows that just because her parents failed in their marriage doesn't mean she is also destined to fail. In fact, she knows she can learn from their mistakes and be better prepared for marriage than they were.

Emotionally, however, this woman feels trapped by fears and insecurities that are constantly telling her she will always be a failure. But it isn't necessarily true. Our emotions can lie to us, and we need to counter our emotions with truth.

And the greatest truth you can use to counteract your fears is the truth that God loves you and His plans for you are good. So give your fears---and every aspect of your life---to Christ. Then let the truth of His Word, the Bible, take root in your soul every day. Trust your future to Him who knows your needs and loves you deeply.

From, HOPE for Each Day: Morning & Evening Devotions, by Billy Graham.