This is Part 5 of my 5-part series on reasons why Christians should not fear. You can find links to the other parts of the series at the end of this post. The fifth reason we should not fear is because we belong to God. Isaiah 43:1 states, “But now, this is what the LORD says—he who created you, Jacob, he who formed you, Israel: ‘Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have summoned you by name; you are mine.'”
If you believe in Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior, God has redeemed you and you are His. Since we belong to God, we know He cares for us. First Peter 5:7 tells us, “Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.” When we were children and had a problem, our parents helped us to not be afraid by taking care of the problem for us. Likewise, God cares for us, so instead of being fearful, let’s give our worries to Him and allow Him to handle them.
Also, the fact that we belong to God means He will give us His peace. Philippians 4:7 declares, “And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” The calmness and peace we get from God will help us not be fearful when we face the problems and concerns of life.
Finally, the fact that we belong to God tells us that He will protect us. Psalm 18:2 states, “The LORD is my rock, my fortress and my deliverer; my God is my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold.” Read those amazing descriptions of God again: He is our rock, fortress, deliverer, shield, horn (or strength), and stronghold! Why should we fear when we have a God who is able to protect and deliver us?
Since we belong to God, we don’t have to fear because He cares for us, gives us His peace, and protects us! Let us put our trust in God and allow our faith in Him to overcome our fears.
What does it mean to you that you are God’s child? How does knowing you belong to God help you to not be fearful? Tell me about it in the comments.
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