Overcoming Fear with Faith

8th January 2025

Overcoming Fear with Faith


β€œFor God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.” β€” 2 Timothy 1:7

Fear is something we all face at some point in life. It could be fear of failure, fear of the unknown, fear for your health, or fear about the future. While fear is a natural emotion, God reminds us that it doesn’t come from Him. Instead, He gives us power, love, and a sound mind to face life’s challenges with faith.

David, for example. When he faced Goliath, he could have been paralysed by fear. Goliath was a giant, a trained warrior, and David was just a young shepherd. But David didn’t let fear dictate his actions. Instead, he trusted in God’s power, saying, β€œThe Lord who rescued me from the paw of the lion and the paw of the bear will rescue me from the hand of this Philistine” (1 Samuel 17:37). Because of his faith, David defeated Goliath with just a sling and a stone.

In our daily life, fear can feel like a giant in our own hearts. Maybe you’re afraid to step into a new job, end a toxic relationship, or face a medical diagnosis. But just like David, you can choose faith over fear. When you remind yourself of who God is and what He has done in your life, you’ll find the courage to move forward.

Another great example is Peter walking on water in Matthew 14:28-31. When Peter kept his eyes on Jesus, he was able to do the impossibleβ€”walk on the water. But the moment he focused on the wind and waves, fear set in, and he began to sink. This reminds us that when we fix our eyes on Jesus, instead of our circumstances, faith replaces fear.

In your life, overcoming fear may mean taking small steps of faith. Pray when you feel anxious. Meditate on God’s promises, like Isaiah 41:10: β€œDo not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God.” Speak God’s Word over your life and choose to trust that He is in control.

Fear is a tool the enemy uses to hold us back, but faith is the weapon God gives us to move forward. Faith doesn’t mean you won’t feel afraid; it means you choose to trust God in the midst of it.

Declaration

I declare that I will not let fear control my life. God has given me the spirit of power, love, and sound mind. I will trust Him, step forward in faith, and overcome every obstacle in my path.

37 thoughts on “Overcoming Fear with Faith”

  1. Adelaide Nenguke

    For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.” β€” 2 Timothy 1:7
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    I declare that I will not let fear control my life. God has given me a spirit of power, love, and a sound mind. I will trust Him, step forward in faith, and overcome every obstacle in my path.

  2. I DECLARE THAT I WILL NOT LET FEAR CONTROL MY LIFE. GOD HAS GIVEN ME A SPIRIT OF POWER, LOVE, AND A SOUND MIND. I WILL TRUST HIM, STEP FORWARD IN FAITH, AND OVERCOME EVERY OBSTACLES IN MY PATH.

    HALLELUJAH HALLELUJAH HALLELUJAH

    Thank You so much Pastor E for the DevotionπŸ™.

  3. I declare that I will not let fear control my life. God has given me the spirit of power, love, and sound mind. I will trust Him, step forward in faith, and overcome every obstacle in my path. Thank you so much Pastor Sir.

  4. I declare that I will not let fear control my life. God has given me a spirit of power, love, and a sound mind. I will trust Him, step forward in faith, and overcome every obstacle in my path.

    Thank you so much pastor for this wonderful devotional. More grace sir πŸ™

  5. I declare that I will not let fear control my life. God has given me the spirit of power, love, and sound mind. I will trust Him, step forward in faith, and overcome every obstacle in my path.Amen.Thank you Pastor for this inspiring devotional. πŸ™ Remain blessed.

  6. I declare that I will not let fear control my life. GOD has given me the spirit of power,love and sound mind. I will trust Him, step forward in faith and overcome every obstacle on my path.
    Thank you JESUS for loving me ❀️
    Thank you Papa, thank you Minister of the week, increased grace and strength.

  7. Evangelist Margaret Jesuorobo

    Fear is a tool the enemy uses to hold us back, but faith is the weapon God gives us to move forward. Faith doesn’t mean you won’t feel afraid; it means you choose to trust God in the midst of it.

    Declaration

    I DECLARE THAT I WILL NOT LET FEAR CONTROL MY LIFE. GOD HAS GIVEN ME THE SPIRIT OF POWER, LOVE, AND SOUND MIND I WILL TRUST HIM, STEP FORWARD IN FAITH, AND OVERCOME EVERY OBSTACLE IN MY PATH.

    IN THE MIGHTY AND UNDEFEATED NAME OF JESUS CHRIST OF NAZARETH AMEN

    HALLELUJAH I AM NO LONGER A SLAVE TO FEAR I AM A CHILD OF GOD ALMIGHTY. AMENNN AMENNN AMENNN AND AMENNN

    THANK YOU SO MUCH PASTOR FOR THIS POWERFUL DEVOTIONAL SIR. MORE GRACE UPON GRACE INCREASED STRENGTH SIR. SHALOM

  8. I declare that I will not let fear control my life. God has given me the spirit of power, love, and sound mind. I will trust Him, step forward in faith, and overcome every obstacle in my path. Amen

  9. Olawale Olawuyi

    This year I walk by faith and not by sight that cause me fear. I Faith every of my decisions, actions and steps.

    Thank you for this powerful devotion sir

  10. I declare that I will not let fear control my life. God has given me a spirit of power, love, and a sound mind. I will trust Him, step forward in faith, and overcome every obstacle in my path in the name of Jesus.

    Thank you Sir for this devotion

  11. I declare that I will not let fear control my life. God has given me the spirit of power, love, and sound mind…..2 Tim 1 v 7.
    I will trust Him, step forward in faith, and overcome every obstacle in my path.

  12. I declare that I will not let fear control my life. God has given me the spirit of power, love, and sound mind. I will trust Him, step forward in faith, and overcome every obstacle in my path. Amen and amen, thank you so much for this devotion Sir πŸŒ»βœοΈπŸ™πŸΎπŸŽ†

  13. Declaration

    I declare that I will not let fear control my life. God has given me the spirit of power, love, and sound mind. I will trust Him, step forward in faith, and overcome every obstacle in my path. Amen

    Thank you so much Papa for this powerful devotion. God bless you Sir
    Shalom my Father

  14. Olubunmi Onilenla

    I declare that I will not let fear control my life. God has given me the spirit of power, love, and sound mind. I will trust Him, step forward in faith, and overcome every obstacle in my path.
    Thank you Pastor, more grace,

  15. Fear weakens us and deprives us of the power God has put in us to move forward.
    To overcome fear, know that God has not given you the spirit of fear but of power and of love and sound mind.
    Also know who God is and remember the marvelous testimonies he has given you in the time past. While you won’t stop praying and studying the word of God.

    Thank you Papa

  16. I declare that I will not let fear control my life. God has given me the spirit of power, love, and sound mind. I will trust Him, step forward in faith, and overcome every obstacle in my path, in Jesus’ name, Amen!!

  17. I declare that I will not let fear control my life. God has given me the spirit of power, love, and sound mind. I will trust Him, step forward in faith, and overcome every obstacle in my path. Amen.

  18. I declare that I will not let fear control my life. God has given me the spirit of power, love, and sound mind. I will trust Him, step forward in faith, and overcome every obstacle in my path.
    Good morning and thank you my pastor
    Always remain blessed sir

  19. I declare that I will not let fear control my life. God has given me the spirit of power, love, and sound mind. I will trust Him, step forward in faith, and overcome every obstacle in my path. Amen. Thank you so much Papa. More grace sir.

  20. Hallelujah hallelujah Glory be to God Almighty Thank you Father for your Holy Word today.
    I declare that I will not let fear control my life. God has given me the spirit of power, love, and sound mind. I will trust Him, step forward in faith, and overcome every obstacle in my path..
    I am no longer a slave of fear in Jesus mighty name.
    Thankbyou do much Daddy ,for this powerful devotion. More grace snd strength.

  21. Yvonna Williams

    I declare that I will not let fear control my life. God has given me the spirit of power, love, and sound mind. I will trust Him, step forward in faith, and overcome every obstacle in my path.πŸ™πŸ½
    Thank you so very much Pastor for this powerful devotional – blessings to you and your family SirπŸ™πŸ½
    In All things, I will trust my Lord and SaviourπŸ™πŸ½

  22. I declare that I will not let fear control my life. God has given me the spirit of power, love, and sound mind. I will trust Him, step forward in faith, and overcome every obstacle in my path. Amen!

  23. I declare that I will not let fear control my life. God has given me the spirit of power, love, and sound mind. I will trust Him, step forward in faith, and overcome every obstacle in my path.
    Amen hallelujah πŸ™ŒπŸΎ πŸ™πŸΎ πŸ‘πŸΎ thank you sir more anointing to finish strong πŸ’ͺ🏾 πŸ™πŸΎ ❀️

  24. I declare that I will not let fear control my life. God has given me the spirit of power, love, and sound mind. I will trust Him, step forward in faith, and overcome every obstacle in my path.
    In Jesus mighty name πŸ™
    More anointing sir πŸ™

  25. I declare that I will not let fear control my life. God has given me the spirit of power, love, and sound mind. I will trust Him, step forward in faith, and overcome every obstacle in my path.

  26. I declare that I will not let fear control my life. God has given me the spirit of power, love, and sound mind. I will trust Him, step forward in faith, and overcome every obstacle in my path.Amen thank you so much for this uplifting devotion.

  27. I declare that I will not let fear control my life. God has given me a spirit of power, love, and a sound mind. I will trust Him, step forward in faith, and overcome every obstacle in my path.

    Thank you for today’s devotional.

    We give God all the praise and all the glory.

    πŸ™πŸΎ

  28. I declare that I will not let fear control my life. God has given me the spirit of power, love, and sound mind. I will trust Him, step forward in faith, and overcome every obstacle in my path.

    Thank you pastor for this motivation

  29. I declare that I will not let fear control my life. God has given me the spirit of power, love, and sound mind. I will trust Him, step forward in faith, and overcome every obstacle in my path.

  30. I declare that I will not let fear control my life. God has given me the spirit of power, love, and sound mind. I will trust Him, step forward in faith, and overcome every obstacle in my path. Thank you daddy for this powerful wonderful Devotion may the Lord bless you and keep you safe in Jesus precious name amen πŸ™

  31. I declare that I will not let fear control my life. God has given me the spirit of power, love, and sound mind. I will trust Him, step forward in faith, and overcome every obstacle in my path.Thank you so much for the Devotion Papa,God bless you SirπŸ™.

  32. I declare that I will not let fear control my life. God has given me the spirit of power, love, and sound mind. I will trust Him, step forward in faith, and overcome every obstacle in my path Amen thank you Daddy for this powerful devotion May the Lord bless you in Jesus name more grace to make more devotion Amen πŸ™

  33. I declare that I will not let fear control my life. God has given me a spirit of power, love, and a sound mind. I will trust Him, step forward in faith, and overcome every obstacle in my path. AMEN THANK YOU LORD FOR I OVERCOME FEAR IN JESUS NAME. THANK YOU DADDY FOR THIS POWERFUL DEVOTIONAL. πŸ™

  34. I declare that I will not let fear control my life. God has given me the spirit of power, love, and sound mind. I will trust Him, step forward in faith, and overcome every obstacle in my path.

    Thank you so much Papa for this empowering devotion, may you be favoured on all sides Sir.

  35. I declare that I will not let fear control my life. God has given me the spirit of power, love, and sound mind. I will trust Him, step forward in faith, and overcome every obstacle in my path.
    Amen

    Thank you papa

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