September 2, 2019
Today’s Promise
I Will Not Fear
Isaiah 12:2
Behold, God is my salvation; I will trust, and will not be afraid; for the Lord God is my strength and my song, and He has become my salvation.
This promise begins with the word “behold.”
We don’t use that word much these days. In the Old Testament, it was used to express the wonder of a new experience. If we were to use today’s language for this verse is would sound something like this. “Look! Can you believe this? God is my salvation. I trust Him, so I’m not afraid.”
We live in a fearful world.
Every day we are bombarded with images and news that fill us with fear and dread. From global warming to threats of terrorism, our screens are a constant source of bad news. If you are not careful, fear can take root in your heart.
As a follower of Christ, you live above fear.
Your God is your salvation, so there is no place for fear. If God is on your side, what could you possibly fear?
Fear is the opposite of faith.
You can’t walk in fear and faith – the greater your fear, the less your faith. However, the opposite is true, as well — the greater your faith, the less your fear. The more you trust in God as your salvation, the less you will struggle with fear. If fear is taking hold of your life today, take some time, and remember the blessings God has brought to your life and the greatness of your God.
Notice the prophet doesn’t say God will bring salvation.
He says God is my salvation. Salvation isn’t a religious practice, a program, or even a way of thinking. Salvation is only found in the person of Jesus Christ. Salvation is not just heaven when you die, but a relationship with Christ day-by-day.
Let’s review that promise once again.
Behold, God is my salvation; I will trust, and will not be afraid; for the Lord God is my strength and my song, and He has become my salvation. – Isaiah 12:2
Make this confession.
I will not fear because God is my salvation.
The more I trust in Him, the less I live in fear.
Jesus is my salvation.
All I need, I find in Him.
In Jesus name,
Amen
Remember, you overcome fear, by focusing on building your faith.
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Today, are you living in fear or faith? Let me know your thoughts in the comments below.
Good morning !
Thank you, Billy Taylor for this devotional on fear and faith. God has proved to me many times how He will keep me safe in His arms through all types of frightening situations in my life. I give praise and honor to my Heavenly Father for loving me so much that it drives out the fear that tries to creep up in times of trouble. Yes, “God is my strength and my song and He is my salvation.” Isaiah 2:2b Hallelujah!
Love in Christ,