I sought the Lord, and he heard me, and delivered me from all my fears.
David’s testimony from a frightening time: he sought the Lord, and the Lord answered and freed him from all his fears.
Psalm 112:7
Psalm 112:7
He shall not be afraid of evil tidings: his heart is fixed, trusting in the Lord.
A heart fixed on God can hear bad news without being ruled by dread.
KJVPsalm 112:7 in context
4Unto the upright there ariseth light in the darkness: he is gracious, and full of compassion, and righteous. 5A good man sheweth favour, and lendeth: he will guide his affairs with discretion. 6Surely he shall not be moved for ever: the righteous shall be in everlasting remembrance. 7He shall not be afraid of evil tidings: his heart is fixed, trusting in the Lord. 8His heart is established, he shall not be afraid, until he see his desire upon his enemies. 9He hath dispersed, he hath given to the poor; his righteousness endureth for ever; his horn shall be exalted with honour. 10The wicked shall see it, and be grieved; he shall gnash with his teeth, and melt away: the desire of the wicked shall perish.
Israel’s prayer book: songs of trust, lament, thanks and praise, many of them by David.
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Are not two sparrows sold for a farthing? and one of them shall not fall on the ground without your Father. But the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Fear ye not therefore, ye are of more value than many sparrows.
Not even a sparrow falls without your Father, and He knows the hairs on your head. You are worth more.
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Paul to a timid young pastor: the Spirit God gives is not one of cowardice, but of power, love and a sound mind. Feeling afraid is not failing, and you are not left alone in it.
Fear not, little flock; for it is your Father’s good pleasure to give you the kingdom.
Jesus calls His fearful followers a little flock, and tells them the Father is glad to give them the kingdom.