BE COURAGEOUS
Fear not, for I have redeemed you; I have summoned you by name; you are mine. (Isaiah 43:1)
Dearly beloved, the Lord comforts you saying, "Fear not, for I have redeemed you; I have summoned you by name; you are mine” (Isaiah 43:1). Moreover He assures, “I will not leave you as you are. I will make you My own.” That is how He transformed me.
Until I was 14 years old, though I knew the Lord, I lived without clinging to Him. I valued the love of my parents more than His. Probably you are living far away from your homes. You may be missing your parents’ love. The Lord says to such of you: “My child! Fear not, I love you more than your parents love you.” He spoke to me likewise and from that moment onwards, I started loving Him even without my knowledge. He too drew me close to Him by cords of His love. Whatever happens, He is sufficient for me. The Lord who helped me, will surely help you.
The Bible states, “It is better to take refuge in the LORD than to trust in man” (Psalm 118:8). These are loveless times where the son rises against the father, daughter against the mother and daughter-in-law against the mother-in-law (Micah 7: 5 and 6). People have been reduced to the extent of asking, “What is the price of Love?” Awful problems arise in families due to the lack of love. Nevertheless the Lord assures: “Amidst all these problems, I will help you. Fear not! Trust Me fully. I will protect You.”
Do you lack joy in your life? Do you live in hostile surroundings beset by poverty, sickness and suffering? Today the Lord says “Fear not! I have redeemed you by shedding My blood.” David, the man of God says: “In God I trust; I will not be afraid” (Psalm 56:4 and 11). Can you boldly say like that? When you profess your faith like him, God will certainly protect you. He said to Abraham: "Do not be afraid, Abram. I am your shield, your very great reward" (Genesis 15:1).
Once I suffered a lot from sickness. Amidst my illness, one day, I had to minister for God. As His presence was with me, I had the trust that nothing could harm me. That evening, I went to the Jesus Calls office. Our office staff prayed for me with tears and I also joined them in prayer. Since then, I received new strength.
God promises that He would strengthen you in weakness. Apostle Paul pleaded thrice in weakness. “Alas! I am so weak.” The Lord replied: "My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness" ( 2 Corinthians 12:9). Have you come as a weakling? God says: “Fear not Jacob, you are My servant, I am with you. I will save you.” The secret of Christian life is that God is with His children.
One day while Peter, the man of God, was speaking in the house of Cornelius, the centurion, the Holy Spirit filled those who were present there. Even today, He is in your midst. Whoever longs and asks for the Holy Spirit, will receive Him in his/ her heart. He is not a respecter of persons. He spoke to Zechariah: “Zechariah, fear not, for your prayer is heard.” To Mary, His angel said: "Do not be afraid, Mary, you have found favor with God” (Luke 1:30). Yes, when God is with you, His grace will be upon you.
Prayer:
Loving Lord Jesus,
You have redeemed me by shedding your blood. I take refuge in You because You have promised to protect me at all times. I fully trust in You for my protection. I believe that You will never forsake me because I know that Your love for me is deeper than the love of my parents. I profess my faith in You. Fill me with your presence and strengthen me in my weakness. May your presence and grace may always be with me.
In Your matchless name I pray.
Amen.
Until I was 14 years old, though I knew the Lord, I lived without clinging to Him. I valued the love of my parents more than His. Probably you are living far away from your homes. You may be missing your parents’ love. The Lord says to such of you: “My child! Fear not, I love you more than your parents love you.” He spoke to me likewise and from that moment onwards, I started loving Him even without my knowledge. He too drew me close to Him by cords of His love. Whatever happens, He is sufficient for me. The Lord who helped me, will surely help you.
The Bible states, “It is better to take refuge in the LORD than to trust in man” (Psalm 118:8). These are loveless times where the son rises against the father, daughter against the mother and daughter-in-law against the mother-in-law (Micah 7: 5 and 6). People have been reduced to the extent of asking, “What is the price of Love?” Awful problems arise in families due to the lack of love. Nevertheless the Lord assures: “Amidst all these problems, I will help you. Fear not! Trust Me fully. I will protect You.”
Do you lack joy in your life? Do you live in hostile surroundings beset by poverty, sickness and suffering? Today the Lord says “Fear not! I have redeemed you by shedding My blood.” David, the man of God says: “In God I trust; I will not be afraid” (Psalm 56:4 and 11). Can you boldly say like that? When you profess your faith like him, God will certainly protect you. He said to Abraham: "Do not be afraid, Abram. I am your shield, your very great reward" (Genesis 15:1).
Once I suffered a lot from sickness. Amidst my illness, one day, I had to minister for God. As His presence was with me, I had the trust that nothing could harm me. That evening, I went to the Jesus Calls office. Our office staff prayed for me with tears and I also joined them in prayer. Since then, I received new strength.
God promises that He would strengthen you in weakness. Apostle Paul pleaded thrice in weakness. “Alas! I am so weak.” The Lord replied: "My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness" ( 2 Corinthians 12:9). Have you come as a weakling? God says: “Fear not Jacob, you are My servant, I am with you. I will save you.” The secret of Christian life is that God is with His children.
One day while Peter, the man of God, was speaking in the house of Cornelius, the centurion, the Holy Spirit filled those who were present there. Even today, He is in your midst. Whoever longs and asks for the Holy Spirit, will receive Him in his/ her heart. He is not a respecter of persons. He spoke to Zechariah: “Zechariah, fear not, for your prayer is heard.” To Mary, His angel said: "Do not be afraid, Mary, you have found favor with God” (Luke 1:30). Yes, when God is with you, His grace will be upon you.
Prayer:
Loving Lord Jesus,
You have redeemed me by shedding your blood. I take refuge in You because You have promised to protect me at all times. I fully trust in You for my protection. I believe that You will never forsake me because I know that Your love for me is deeper than the love of my parents. I profess my faith in You. Fill me with your presence and strengthen me in my weakness. May your presence and grace may always be with me.
In Your matchless name I pray.
Amen.
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