Good day fellow brethren, i come to you in the name of Christ Jesus, the only and begotten son of God of whom those who accept and believe in Him as their personal lord and saviour receive salvation, freedom and eternal life.

Today i will like us to briefly talk on fear, anxiety and worry. These three things are one major factor that have hindered many Christian from enjoying the full benefit of being a believer and follower of Christ Jesus.

Fear is an unpleasant emotion caused by the threat of danger, pain, or harm.

Worry is the state of being anxious and troubled over actual or potential problems.

Anxiety is a feeling we all get in a situation that is threatening or difficult. It can also be explain as an unpleasant state of inner turmoil, often accompanied by nervous behaviour.

Abraham in the book of genesis chapter 22 verses 8, said this in response to his son Isaac question about the animal for offering "God will provide himself the lamb for a burnt offering, my son. "

This was a man who was at an advance over ripe age, and went through a lot of trial until he become a father and God told him to go and sacrifice his only son.

Abraham, was not afraid nor worried or anxious because he believe in God and God did provide an animal for sacrifice.

Looking at the story of Queen Esther, we see how she did not allow fear, worry or anxiety to disturbed her. Yes as a Jew she was concerned but she did not resigned to fate, wailing and crying bitter tears of hopelessness because even as a queen she was not allowed to visit the king unless summon. What did she do? She went into prayer and fasting, after that she got up dressed herself and go in into the king palace without being summon and the Lord God Almighty protected her and make her found favour before the king.

Another story is also about Daniel and the lion den and also another story is that of shedrach, abednego and meshach. This great servant of God when faced with great peril they remained calm and focused on God. Rather than fear and beg for their life, they boldly confront the perils.

As a Christian, follower of Christ Jesus we are not entitled to live in fear of anything but of God, neither are we to live in anxious and worry. Jesus Christ has paid the price for all that. That's why he ask we cast all our burden on him. The words of God also said in 2 Timothy chapter 1 verses 7 that " For God didn't give us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control".

Below are some bible verses for you to read and meditate on.

1. For God has not given us a spirit of
fear and timidity, but of power, love,
and self-discipline. 2 Timothy 1:7 NLT

2. Do not be afraid, little flock, for your
Father has been pleased to give you
the kingdom. Luke 12:32 NIV

3. The angel of the LORD encamps
around those who fear him, and he
delivers them. Psalm 34:7 NIV

4. So don’t be afraid; you are worth
more than many sparrows. Matt
10:31 NIV

5. Serve only the Lord your God and fear
him alone. Obey his commands,
listen to his voice, and cling to him.
Deuteronomy 13:4 NLT

6. I am leaving you with a gift—peace of
mind and heart. And the peace I give
is a gift the world cannot give. So
don’t be troubled or afraid. John
14:27 NLT

7. This is my command—be strong and
courageous! Do not be afraid or
discouraged. For the Lord your God is
with you wherever you go. Joshua 1:9
NLT

8. But even if you suffer for doing what
is right, God will reward you for it. So
don’t worry or be afraid of their
threats. 1 Peter 3:14 NLT

9. One night the Lord spoke to Paul in a
vision and told him, “Don’t be afraid!
Speak out! Don’t be silent! Acts 18:9
NLT

10. Such love has no fear, because
perfect love expels all fear. If we are
afraid, it is for fear of punishment,
and this shows that we have not fully
experienced his perfect love. 1 John
4:18 NLT

11. When I am afraid, I put my trust in
you. Psalm 56:3 NIV

12. 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

13. He will cover you with his feathers.
He will shelter you with his wings. His
faithful promises are your armor and
protection. Do not be afraid of the
terrors of the night, nor the arrow
that flies in the day. Do not dread the
disease that stalks in darkness, nor
the disaster that strikes at midday.
Though a thousand fall at your side,
though ten thousand are dying
around you, these evils will not touch
you. Psalm 91:4-8 NLT

14. They do not fear bad news; they
confidently trust the Lord to care for
them. Psalm 112:7 NLT

15. Do not tremble; do not be afraid. Did
I not proclaim my purposes for you
long ago? You are my witnesses—is
there any other God? No! There is no
other Rock—not one! Isaiah 44:8 NLT

16. I, am the one who comforts you. So
why are you afraid of mere humans,
who wither like the grass and
disappear? Isaiah 51:12 NLT

17. Be not afraid of them [their faces], for I am with you to deliver you, says the
Lord. Jeremiah 1:8 Amplified

18. But Jesus overheard them and said to
Jairus, “Don’t be afraid. Just have
faith.”Mark 5:36 NLT

19. They had rowed three or four miles
when suddenly they saw Jesus
walking on the water toward the boat.
They were terrified, but he called out
to them, “Don’t be afraid. I am here!”
John 6:19-20 NLT

20. “Don’t be afraid,” Moses answered
them, “for God has come in this way
to test you, and so that your fear of
him will keep you from sinning!”
Exodus 20:20 NLT

21. You must always act in the fear of the
Lord, with faithfulness and an
undivided heart. 2 Chronicles 19:9
NLT


22. The Lord is a friend to those who fear
him. He teaches them his covenant.
Psalm 25:14 NLT

23. But the Lord watches over those who
fear him, those who rely on his
unfailing love. Psalm 33:18 NLT

24. I prayed to the Lord, and he answered me. He freed me from all my fears. Psalm 34:4 NLT

25. Fear the Lord, you his godly people,
for those who fear him will have all
they need. Psalm 34:9 NLT

26. The Lord is like a father to his
children, tender and compassionate
to those who fear him. Psalm 103:13
NLT

27. Fear of the Lord leads to life, bringing
security and protection from harm.
Proverbs 19:23 NLT

28. True humility and fear of the Lord
lead to riches, honor, and long life.
Proverbs 22:4 NLT

29. Fearing people is a dangerous trap,
but trusting the Lord means safety.
Proverbs 29:25 NLT

30. Charm is deceptive, and beauty does
not last; but a woman who fears the
Lord will be greatly praised. Proverbs
31:30 NLT

31. He will be your sure foundation,
providing a rich store of salvation,
wisdom, and knowledge. The fear of
the Lord will be your treasure. Isaiah
33:6 NLT

32. Say to those with fearful hearts, “Be
strong, and do not fear, for your God
is coming to destroy your enemies.
He is coming to save you.” Isaiah 35:4
NLT

33. Listen to me, you who know right
from wrong you who cherish my law
in your hearts. Do not be afraid of
people’s scorn, nor fear their insults.
Isaiah 51:7 NLT

34. Fear not; you will no longer live in
shame. Don’t be afraid; there is no
more disgrace for you. You will no
longer remember the shame of your
youth and the sorrows of widowhood.
Isaiah 54:4 NLT

35. For the Lord your God is living among
you. He is a mighty savior. He will
take delight in you with gladness.
With his love, he will calm all your
fears.He will rejoice over you with
joyful songs. Zephaniah 3:17 NLT

36. Don’t be afraid of those who want to
kill your body; they cannot touch your
soul. Fear only God, who can destroy
both soul and body in hell. Matt 10:28
NLT

37. We have been rescued from our
enemies so we can serve God without
fear, in holiness and righteousness
for as long as we live. Luke 1:74-75
NLT

38. And I am convinced that nothing can
ever separate us from God’s love.
Neither death nor life, neither angels
nor demons, neither our fears for
today nor our worries about tomorrow—not even the powers of hell can separate us from God’s love. Romans 8:38 NLT

39. We faced conflict from every
direction, with battles on the outside
and fear on the inside. But God, who
encourages those who are discouraged, encouraged us by the arrival of Titus. His presence was a joy. 2 Corinthians 7:5-6 NLT

40. Since we are receiving a Kingdom tha
is unshakable, let us be thankful and
please God by worshiping him with holy fear and awe. Hebrews 12:28 NLT

41. Such love has no fear, because
perfect love expels all fear. If we are
afraid, it is for fear of punishment,
and this shows that we have not fully
experienced his perfect love. 1 John
4:18 NLT

42. “Fear God,” he shouted. “Give glory to him. For the time has come when he
will sit as judge. Worship him who
made the heavens, the earth, the sea,
and all the springs of water.” Revelation 14:7 NLT

43. And from the throne came a voice
that said, “Praise our God, all his servants, all who fear him, from the
least to the greatest.” Revelation 19:5
NLT

44. Even though I walk through the
darkest valley,I will fear no evil, for
you are with me Psalm 23:4 NIV

45. Do not be afraid of anyone, for
judgment belongs to God. Deuteronomy 1:17 NIV

46. Do not be afraid of them; the LORD
your God himself will fight for you.
Deuteronomy 3:22 NIV

47. The LORD is my light and my
salvation— whom shall I fear? The
LORD is the stronghold of my life— of
whom shall I be afraid? Psalm 27:1
NIV

48. He said to his disciples, “Why are you
so afraid? Do you still have no faith?”
Mark 4:40 NIV

49. Jesus told him, “Don’t be afraid; just
believe.” Mark 5:36 NIV

50. Then he placed his right hand on me
and said: “Do not be afraid. I am the
First and the Last. Revelation 1:17 NIV