Tag Archives: fear
Awe-struck living
Three months after their dramatic rescue from Egyptian oppression by the angel of first-born death and through the Red Sea, the Jewish people arrived at Mount Horeb (Sinai). Here, they saw a third terrifying manifestation of their God. Although He … Continue reading
Light
C.S. Lewis said, “I believe in Christianity as I believe that the Sun has risen: not only because I see it, but because by it I see everything else.” * I pray to have God’s eyes as I view the … Continue reading
Timid ambassadors
In Corinth, rebuffed and frustrated by resistance to his teaching, Paul was encouraged by his Lord in a night vision, “Do not be afraid! Speak out! Don’t be silent! For I am with you, and no one will attack and … Continue reading
The Lord laughs
I remember, as a child, how my father’s good nature, humor, and confidence made me feel secure in the face of threatening circumstances. When we would get lost on family vacation, he would laugh and enjoy the adventure, allaying my … Continue reading