God’s Gifts Exclude Fear
Monday, June 5, 2023Key Verse
“For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power; and of love, and of a sound mind” (2 Timothy 1:7).
Text — 2 Timothy 1:6, 7
Message
Fear is a major limitation to exploits. Many youngsters nurture the fear of acceptance, unknown future, failure, and death. William Shakespeare wrote, “Our doubts are traitors. And make us lose the good we might win. By fearing to attempt.” Yes, fear hinders one from attempting goals in life. It is said that fear is, ‘False Evidence Appearing Real.’ It attacks our inspiration and saps our strength. Fear is Satan’s strategy for keeping us back from enjoying all benefits provided for mankind through Christ’s redemption. To gain mastery over fear is to live an optimum life.
It is noteworthy that salvation is the gateway to overcoming fear and all its attendant evils. Jesus gives us power over fear. The gift of God comes with supernatural boldness that tames fear. According to our text, God gives us the spirit of love, power and of a sound mind. There is no room for the spirit of fear. The early Church were, unafraid and unashamed. The only way to receive boldness is to receive Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Saviour.
Quote
Jesus gives us power over fear
Challenge
Do not allow fear in your life.
Prayer for today
Dear Lord, empower me with a sound mind to live for you.
About Author - Pastor W.F. Kumuyi
Listed among “500 most powerful people on the planet” by the Foreign Policy magazine in 2013, Pastor (Dr.) William F. Kumuyi is the founder and General Superintendent of the Deeper Christian Life Ministry (DCLM) headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria. DCLM started in 1973 as a 15-member Bible study group right in Kumuyi’s apartment at University of Lagos where he was a lecturer. His revolutionary Bible teaching on personal holiness and commitment to evangelism soon gained so much traction and resulted in a widespread revival.
Beautiful message portrayed. I love the daily devotions.