Turn your fear into faith

Have you ever wondered why it is easy to live in fear? Employees live in fear of their bosses especially if they threaten to fire them anytime. Some bosses may want their superiors to comply with their instructions even when they may be logically incorrect. When intimidation and threats become tools of ‘effective’ leadership, fear takes a firm grip. For organizations especially nonprofits, it is easy to feel threatened by the donors’ inclinations to not give. Fear makes one feel like there is nothing left of his/her inner resources. Have you had moments when you seem not to have the physical and emotional strength to move on? That may be an indication of fear.

I would like to let you know that the greatest discovery that you and I can make is to realize that our strength is not enough. It does not matter the milestones you claim to have achieved. Even bush war heroes can fail to STOP those whom they call ‘pigs/hooligans’ as the case may be in Uganda. 'The Hooligans have so far assassinated over ten influential people which have left the country visibly shaken. The Political tension in the country has caused many Ugandans to worry and fear especially as they think of transitions. We need to see our weakness of fear and worry as an opportunity to tap into the assurance of God’s presence.

My question is who is safe from fear? The Bible answers this question in a more profound way than any human being can. 1 Corinthians 16:13, for example, says “Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong”. One can only get rid of fear if he/she stands firm in faith. How I love this, “There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears is not made perfect in love” (1 John 4:18). Does this mean that our genuine love can only be possible if we do not live in fear? In whom should we put our trust then? The Bible asks us to “Put not your trust in rulers, nor in any child of earth, for there is no help in them” (Psalm 146:2). Earthly leaders can only do so much but God never fails.

Friends, would you write down all your worries and fears today and surrender them to God. I do not know what you may be going through today but God knows. Take to the Lord in Prayer #fear #faith #hope #Love #Iamnolongerastravetofear #IamachildofGod.