Yesterday someone quoted me something he had read about fear. I can't remember the exact quote, but the shortened version went something like this "Fear is the polio of the soul....". He and I were talking about fears and insecurities that I struggle with. I immediately envisioned my soul being paralyzed and crippled. That is what fear does to me. I start to worry and doubt, my mind goes down roads where there are no answers, and I begin to panic. I always end up in the same state of mind...no answers, no solutions....only fear.
It's funny how the mind and emotions can sabotage us....when I give into my insecurities and fears, I somehow lose the ability to take action. I find myself paralyzed and unable to move forward.
But this morning I read an incredible verse - "Do not be afraid, Stand firm and you will see the deliverance the Lord will bring you today." Excodus 14:13.
The devotional book I was reading this morning put the emphasis on the word "today". That is a good emphasis for someone like me. I have to realize that I don't have the ability to see into the future (nor would I want to, although there are times I have to admit I think I would....thankfully, the Lord knows me better than I know myself). God will deliver me today. He shines the light on our path just enough.....we don't always have to see what lies ahead. We simply have to trust that He will deliver us today. That is faith.
