Fear – Brian Friedl https://brianfriedl.com Making Your Life's Mission Possible Sat, 14 Mar 2020 16:16:37 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=5.3.17 64732294 No Room For Fear https://brianfriedl.com/no-room-for-fear/ Sat, 14 Mar 2020 16:16:37 +0000 http://brianfriedl.com/no-room-for-fear/

Have Joy And Hope

Lately, all I see is fear and panic. Toilet paper has become the new security blanket. At the root of it all is still the same problem that’s always been there.

Trusting in ourselves will cause us to fear the unknown. When life all depends on us, we will feel the weight of the world and be riddled with the fear of letting ourselves and others down.

On the other hand, when we are confident in what we are believing in (The One True Living God and His provision), we will be filled with joy and peace.

The Holy Spirit will cause you to abound in hope, not in the work of your hands, but instead His. There are no unknowns for God and therefore no need to fear. Nothing escapes His knowledge.

Faith has carried many a human through the toughest of times and the greatest of life’s challenges. Whether facing life without a spouse or storming the beaches of foreign soil in war, the Holy Spirit has and will continue to deliver hope.

Take time today to thank God for His provision. For He rescued us and it is by His hand that He will finish what He began in us. May we live like He is in control because He is!

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]]> 1791 All Things Are Possible With God https://brianfriedl.com/all-things-are-possible-with-god/ Wed, 05 Feb 2020 13:46:57 +0000 https://brianfriedl.com/all-things-are-possible-with-god/

He Gives The Victory

Men and women will let us down, but God is always faithful and with Him, all things are possible.

Joseph’s situation was depressing. His brothers abandon Him, he was wrongly accused , and then was thrown in jail.

Yet, Joseph faithfully served God even in a dungeon. God interpreted the dreams of two of the king’s men through him. Jospeh asked bone of them to mention Him that he may get out.

Again,Joseph is let down by another man in his life. But God, causes circumstances to happen that this cupbearer mentions Jospeh after all. In one conversation, Jospeh God takes Jospeh from prisoner to ruler over Egypt.

Joseph is not the only one God has displayed His power through.

He took a shepherd boy named David, slayed lions, and giants and bears with him and made Him a King. (I couldn’t help the Wizard of Oz reference here, sorry 🙂)

God took a young girl who could have endured ridicule and public shame and made her the mother of our Lord and Savior.

Jesus took 12 ordinary and lowly men, saved and healed thousands, and changed the world forever through them.

God isn’t worried about your circumstances. He can overcome anything you face. He wants your heart and trust. You were designed designed you to be a world changer with Him.

Whatever giants you are facing today, depressing as they may be, all things are possible with Him!

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]]> 1741 Fear And Promises https://brianfriedl.com/fear-and-promises/ https://brianfriedl.com/fear-and-promises/#comments Sat, 28 Dec 2019 15:01:51 +0000 http://brianfriedl.com/fear-and-promises/

Do Not Fear

Fear can cripple and hold us back from living out our purpose. God desires for you to intentionally employ your design (vision) to accomplish your mission (Matthew 28:18-20)

God commands us not to fear and then lays out his incredibly powerful promises.

I AM WITH YOU. When God gave us our mission He told us that He would be with us even to the end of the age. It is great encouragement that we are not alone.

I AM YOUR GOD. There are well over 80 places in scripture where the LORD proclaims, “I am the LORD your God..” Why so many? We forget. What is the result? We need not be anxious. He’s over any giant we are facing.

I WILL STRENGTHEN YOU. Our strength has its limits. God can strengthen us far beyond those limits.

I WILL HELP YOU. Not only is the LORD present, He helps us. He carefully infuses His truth and grows us to maturity as He provides for our needs.

I WILL UPHOLD YOU. There are times when we have nothing left. All the wind is out of our sails and we collapse. The LORD catches us and upholds us in the midst of sheer exhaustion.

We need this reminder. Too many times our eyes are fixed on the situation we find ourselves in and not on Him. In fear, we frantically search for our own solution, forgetting God is LORD over all. All things are subject to Him. There is no reason to fear. He commands even the oceans.

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Which promise applies most to you right now?

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]]> https://brianfriedl.com/fear-and-promises/feed/ 2 1718 How To Face Your Fear https://brianfriedl.com/how-to-face-your-fear/ https://brianfriedl.com/how-to-face-your-fear/#comments Sun, 20 Aug 2017 12:22:25 +0000 http://brianfriedl.com/how-to-face-your-fear/ The wicked are always plotting and seeking to steal, kill, and destroy, yet we need not fear.  For the LORD goes before us as a consuming fire. Who led His people out of the hand of Pharaoh? The LORD did.  Who conquered Goliath? The LORD did. In fact, who has won every victory over evil? The LORD has.  

Now you may say it was Moses and David, but if we look closely, even David and Moses acknowledge it was the LORD who gave the victory.  So whom shall we fear? What can man do to us?

Too many times we treat God like a topic in grade school.  We master a ton of knowledge, but have no relationship and trust. We miss having the peace and confidence in Him. 

Don’t let that be you. Know that the LORD desires to dwell with you for all eternity.  Know Him, Trust Him, and Obey Him.  For He is your confidence in every trial.  He is your salvation and rest!

Reflection

Are you treating God like a textbook or are you seeking Him in relationship?

Are you in His word daily, desiring to know Him more?

Download youversion on your smartphone or go to youversion.com.  Personally I love a study Bible where I can read and write my notes in next to the passages.  Whatever the venue, get reading!

Prayer

LORD, you are our strength and shield; our confidence forever. None can stand before You.  We are blessed to live in the shadow of Your wings.  For we are partakers of Your living water that brings life to each and every moment. Thank you Father for Your unending kindness.  Help us to draw close to You.  Guide our hearts to make You the object of all our desires.   May our fear fade and Your love and strength abound. In Jesus’ name, Amen!

]]> https://brianfriedl.com/how-to-face-your-fear/feed/ 1 1408 Faith Not Fear https://brianfriedl.com/971-2/ Wed, 28 Dec 2016 13:55:30 +0000 http://brianfriedl.com/971-2/ Fear has been said to be one of the greatest motivators.  I’m not convinced that’s healthy motivation.  We all fear at times and some are greater than others.  Fears usually come from bad experiences and cause falsely placed dependencies.  

Perhaps you had an abusive father, brother or some other male in your life.  This may even bring discomfort thinking of God as our Father.  Maybe you were ridiculed after a speech you gave in the 4th grade and now you are deathly afraid of speaking in front of others.  

Fear doesn’t feel good and stresses your physical body as well so it’s only natural that we seek to avoid it whenever possible.   The Lord; however, has a way of bringing us to a place where fear must be challenged.  We can see this with David, Esther, Peter, Gideon and many others. 

So what’s the solution to fear?  Is it for us to falsely depend on ourselves and trust no one? Certainly not!  God tells us not to fear because HE IS WITH US.  We no longer need to fear anything in this life or the life to come.  The uncontended power of our God was witnessed at the cross and tomb with Christ’s death and resurrection.  He will strengthen and uphold us!

Read the Old Testament and you find that He was faithful and claimed Israel as His people and He chose to be their God.  Read the New Testament and we find that God is faithful and has rescues all who call upon His name.  

What are you facing today that seems impossible?  Are you paralyzed by fear of some kind?  Trust in God today for even the wind and waves obey Him.  Nothing is impossible with Him!

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]]> 971 A Prayer For Those In Despair – Psalm 42. https://brianfriedl.com/a-prayer-for-those-in-despair-psalm-42/ Fri, 02 Dec 2016 03:06:37 +0000 http://brianfriedl.com/a-prayer-for-those-in-despair-psalm-42/   
For those who are in or have been in despair and depression:

Let’s face it. Life can be overwhelming and you can find yourself in some pretty dark places for longthat you can’t seem to get out of.  Remember this side of life is a training ground where we learn to trust in who Jesus is and what he has done despite our circumstances.  We are learning that the trials of this life are not worthy tone compared with the joy that’s being revealed to us in Jesus.  

We must train ourselves to know, live and speak the truth so that when depression comes to steal our joy away, our minds will speak truth and His promises over our hearts to dispel the enemy’s lies. 

There are times when all we have in this life to cling to are God’s word and His presence and let me say that I have learned that those are more than enough!  

Is your mind filled with God’s truth?   Read and meditate on Psalm 42 today.  

]]> 914 Acts Bible Study 18:1-28 https://brianfriedl.com/acts-bible-study-181-28/ Wed, 19 Oct 2016 21:38:13 +0000 http://brianfriedl.com/acts-bible-study-181-28/  
Even Paul dealt with fear.  We see the Lord speaking directly into this fear today. 

Read Acts 18:1-28

1) What stands out in the text today?

2) What questions need to be answered?

3) What’s the main theme of this section?

4) What is the application for the original readers?

5) Hiw does this passage apply to you?

May God bless you as you deeply ponder on His word!

]]> 860 What Are You Afraid Of? https://brianfriedl.com/what-are-you-afraid-of/ https://brianfriedl.com/what-are-you-afraid-of/#comments Wed, 20 Jul 2016 13:25:18 +0000 http://brianfriedl.com/what-are-you-afraid-of/ When we did our last sibling group adoption (13 yrs ago) it was slightly chaotic at home.  I was working 2 hours away and commuted Monday – Friday and traveled out of state as needed. As the transition unfolded, it was clear that something had to change. Financially we needed to have the income but I also needed to be at home more.  I must have run the numbers a thousand times.  If we sold the camper, my truck and anything not tied down we still come up short on paper.  I was in a tough spot and fear began to work its way in.  

One morning on my drive into the office I heard a voice saying, “Today is the day, have courage”.  I fought it by asking for a sign to make it clear.  After arriving, my normally invisible boss came right to my cube and asked to meet with me.  Ok, LORD, I had to face my fears.  I could no longer ride the fence.  I had to make a decision.  As the meeting with my boss began, he stated how I had done a great job, and he wanted me to take over his position as leader of our team.  At that time I delivered the not so popular news that I needed to take a leave of absence/quit. 

I learned A valuable lesson that day.  Fear is reserved for God; fear of anything else is meant to be conquered with courage by our faith in God.  I was afraid of earthly concerns and had forgotten that I serve the one true living God who is always for His people and not against them.  He also reminded me of His promise that He will be with me even to the end of the age.

Personal Reflection 

Bible study this morning, we looked at the showdown between David and Goliath. David’s courage came from his trust in the Lord being present and that He would deliver. He also genuinely cared about the Name of the LORD being lifted high. 

What giant(s)are you facing today that you need courage for?  What are you fearing? God or something earthly?

Know that nothing is impossible with God. In the end God provided for our every need and went above and beyond by giving me an opportunity to work from home with higher pay.  Because He could! Because He is faithful!

Prayer Focus

LORD Almighty, anchor in us the truth that you are present and that you can do all things;that we may have courage to overcome any of the struggles of this life for Your glory we pray, in Jesus’ Name, Amen!

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