“For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.” — 2 Timothy 1:7 (NKJV)
When fear tries to creep in, you’re not powerless. You have been given something stronger—the very Spirit of God living inside you. Paul reminds Timothy of that truth in a moment when courage was needed. He didn’t say, “Try harder not to be afraid.” He said, “That fear isn’t from God.” And what God gives instead is far greater.
Jesus looked fear in the face and said, “Do not be afraid—only believe” (Mark 5:36). Fear may knock, but it doesn’t have to be answered. In Christ, you’ve been given a new spirit—a Spirit of power, love, and a sound mind.
That means you have power—not human strength, but Holy Spirit power that works in and through you. You have love—God’s perfect, selfless, never-failing love planted deep in your heart. And you have a sound mind—the ability to think clearly, act wisely, and remain steady under pressure.
Fear tries to distort all three. It makes you feel powerless, unloved, and unstable. But that’s a lie. God is not the author of fear—He is the giver of peace. His Spirit does not bring confusion or panic; He brings confidence, clarity, and calm.
When anxiety whispers, “You can’t handle this,” the Spirit reminds you, “You’re not alone.” When insecurity says, “You’re not enough,” the Spirit affirms, “God’s grace is sufficient.” And when chaos swirls around you, the Spirit anchors your thoughts in peace.
So how do you walk this out?
Start each day by acknowledging who lives in you. The Holy Spirit is not distant or dormant—He is present and powerful. Let His truth rise above your feelings. Declare what God has given you. Remind your soul: “I have a Spirit of power. I am deeply loved. My mind is sound and steady.”
Fear loses its grip when truth takes its place.
Today, silence the lies with the Word. Stand in your God-given authority. You are not a slave to fear—you are filled with the Spirit of the living God. And His Spirit leads you with power, surrounds you with love, and anchors you in peace.
Excerpt from Follow Me As I Follow Christ by Kevin Casey. Click Here: Available on Amazon (Kindle & paperback).
When fear tries to creep in, you’re not powerless. You have been given something stronger—the very Spirit of God living inside you. Paul reminds Timothy of that truth in a moment when courage was needed. He didn’t say, “Try harder not to be afraid.” He said, “That fear isn’t from God.” And what God gives instead is far greater.
Jesus looked fear in the face and said, “Do not be afraid—only believe” (Mark 5:36). Fear may knock, but it doesn’t have to be answered. In Christ, you’ve been given a new spirit—a Spirit of power, love, and a sound mind.
That means you have power—not human strength, but Holy Spirit power that works in and through you. You have love—God’s perfect, selfless, never-failing love planted deep in your heart. And you have a sound mind—the ability to think clearly, act wisely, and remain steady under pressure.
Fear tries to distort all three. It makes you feel powerless, unloved, and unstable. But that’s a lie. God is not the author of fear—He is the giver of peace. His Spirit does not bring confusion or panic; He brings confidence, clarity, and calm.
When anxiety whispers, “You can’t handle this,” the Spirit reminds you, “You’re not alone.” When insecurity says, “You’re not enough,” the Spirit affirms, “God’s grace is sufficient.” And when chaos swirls around you, the Spirit anchors your thoughts in peace.
So how do you walk this out?
Start each day by acknowledging who lives in you. The Holy Spirit is not distant or dormant—He is present and powerful. Let His truth rise above your feelings. Declare what God has given you. Remind your soul: “I have a Spirit of power. I am deeply loved. My mind is sound and steady.”
Fear loses its grip when truth takes its place.
Today, silence the lies with the Word. Stand in your God-given authority. You are not a slave to fear—you are filled with the Spirit of the living God. And His Spirit leads you with power, surrounds you with love, and anchors you in peace.
Excerpt from Follow Me As I Follow Christ by Kevin Casey. Click Here: Available on Amazon (Kindle & paperback).
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