Balancing Fear with Faith

In a world of mass shootings in public places and people driving cars into events where many gather the question rings, “Whom shall I fear?” Should we be suspicious of our coworkers, or apprehensive about going to public gatherings? Is the freedom to speak freely threatened by the violent response of those who disagree.

It is in times of uncertainty that the scripture becomes relevant. “The Lord is my light and my salvation, whom shall I fear?” (Psalm 27:1) Light brings about perception, it aids us to see clearly. In light, we can discern what is before us. We can depend on God for clear vision when we are in danger because he is light. “The Lord is where my life is safe.” (ERV) We do not have to be afraid because our souls are in His hands. He is our salvation, the savior of our soul, the redeemer of our life, the one who can keep our eyes from tears, our soul from death, and our feet from falling. (Psalm 116:8) “You can trust the Lord to protect you. He will not let you fall into harm.” (Psalm 3:26 ERV) Does that mean that nothing bad will happen to us? No, time and chance happen to everyone. (Ecclesiastes 9:11) However we can trust that amid trouble He is present with us.

Walk today in the confidence that God has provided for us. He will show us the way and hold our souls in His safekeeping.