Unshaken

STANDING FIRM IN FEARFUL TIMES

Christ’s Peace: An Antidote to Fear

"Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid." (John 14:27, NIV) In our final sermon of the series, we circle back to the essence of overcoming fear: the peace of Christ. John 14:27 is a tender,...

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Confidence in the Face of Fear

"So we say with confidence, 'The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can mere mortals do to me?'" (Hebrews 13:6, NIV) In life, fear can sometimes feel as if it is knocking on our doors incessantly, demanding our attention. The fears might be about our...

Delivered From All Fears

"I sought the LORD, and he answered me; he delivered me from all my fears." (Psalm 34:4, NIV) Fear can be an overwhelming force in our lives. It can cause us to freeze, run, or even make irrational decisions. But when we turn to God in the midst of our fears, we...

In God, Whose Word I Praise

"In God, whose word I praise— in God I trust and am not afraid. What can mere mortals do to me?" (Psalm 56:4, NIV) When we face circumstances that are beyond our control, fear can be a natural response. Yet, the psalmist provides us with a striking alternative:...

Praying Amidst the Trembling Earth

"God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear, though the earth give way and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea." (Psalm 46:1-2, NIV) The imagery in these verses is gripping. The earth giving way, mountains...

God is My Salvation

"Surely God is my salvation; I will trust and not be afraid. The LORD, the LORD himself, is my strength and my defense; he has become my salvation." (Isaiah 12:2, NIV) Isaiah's words ring true to the hearts of believers in every generation. Our world often instills...

The Unshakeable Confidence of the Righteous

"They will have no fear of bad news; their hearts are steadfast, trusting in the LORD." (Psalm 112:7, NIV) In our world, bad news seems to be an unavoidable part of life. Whether it's on the global scale or within our personal lives, unexpected and often unpleasant...

Courageous Living in the Light of God’s Promises

"Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go." (Joshua 1:9, NIV) Stepping into the unknown can be a daunting experience. Fear of the future, of failure, and even of...

Choosing Trust over Turmoil

“Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me." (John 14:1, NIV) Uncertainty, fear, and turmoil often cloud our hearts. We worry about our families, our jobs, our health, and so much more. In the midst of this whirlwind, Jesus provides a...

Living One Day at a Time

“Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own." (Matthew 6:34, NIV) Living in a fast-paced, goal-oriented society, it is very easy to get caught up in worries about the future. What will tomorrow...

Shunning Worry for the Joy of the Present

"So then, banish anxiety from your heart and cast off the troubles of your body, for youth and vigor are meaningless." (Ecclesiastes 11:10, NIV) The wisdom of Ecclesiastes, often clothed in stark realism, provides us with profound insights about life. The scripture...

Prayer: The Antidote to an Anxious Heart

"A heart at peace gives life to the body, but envy rots the bones." (Proverbs 14:30, NIV) Anxiety and worry have a way of gnawing at our minds and hearts, sapping our strength and joy. Today's scripture reminds us that a peaceful heart is not just emotionally...

Reclaiming Your Life from Anxiety

"Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to your life?" (Luke 12:25, NIV) The context of this scripture is Jesus addressing His disciples, urging them to trust in God's provision and care, rather than being consumed by worry about their lives. It echoes the...

The Futility of Worry

"Can any one of you by worrying add a single hour to your life?" (Matthew 6:27, NIV) In this portion of the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus addresses one of the most common human conditions: worry. It's an emotion that can consume our thoughts, affect our physical health,...

Strength Renewed: The Promise of Wait

"but those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint." (Isaiah 40:31, NIV) This scripture verse is one of the most beloved passages in the Bible because it...

Unshakeable Love

"For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our...

Sleep in Peace

"When you lie down, you will not be afraid; when you lie down, your sleep will be sweet." (Proverbs 3:24, NIV) Sleep is a universal human need, a biological requirement that replenishes and heals us. But for many, sleep can be elusive, often interrupted by worries,...

Rest in the Lord through Prayer

"Be still before the LORD and wait patiently for him; do not fret when people succeed in their ways, when they carry out their wicked schemes." (Psalm 37:7, NIV) Many of us have felt the anxiety and frustration that can come when it seems that those who ignore God's...