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Be Not Afraid

What is your biggest fear? The future? The unknown? People? Death?
We all have fear. As someone living with anxiety disorder, fear is something I live with daily. It's like a monster crouched on your shoulder, waiting for his chance to ruin your life and dictate your thoughts. He's always there. He controls you, your thoughts and your actions. He keeps you awake at night, and keeps you in bed in the morning. He destroys your life...if you let him.

Fear is not something to be afraid of. This might sound unusual, but I have a fear of being afraid. And if I'm not afraid of something, my mind finds something to fear. It's an endless cycle. But it's your choice whether to break that cycle. How many times did fear stop you from doing something? How many times did he whisper in your ear? I challenge you to choose not to listen. It's not easy! Being afraid is easy. But being brave is where you find your strength. It's ok to be anxious now and then, but what's not ok is letting it control your life.

Fear isn't something you should have to live with. Fear isn't from God. He tells us that we don't have to fear anything, because He will never leave us. And, being honest, 90% of the things I was afraid of, never actually happened. I am still alive. I've never encountered a ravenous beast. I've never been murdered. I still have a sound mind. So why was I afraid of those things? Your mind loves to trick you. Fear sits on your shoulder and messes with your mind. But if you consciously choose to control your own mind, to control your fears and walk with bravery and confidence, you take fear's power away from him. He is only in power as long as you let him be. He isn't part of you!

Next time you are afraid, remember that you are not your fear. You are braver than you think. Don't let fear stand in the way of your life or happiness. You are stronger than your fear! God is stronger than your fear! Stop letting the little monster on your shoulder control you. Send him back to hell where he belongs. He is not a part of you.

Be brave.

Xx

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