Daily
„There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear."
1 John 4:18
Thoughts within the New Covenant
There is no fear in love, but perfect love drives out fear. John shows the antidote to fear here: not more discipline, not more control, but love. Gods love.
In the New Covenant fear is no longer the normal state. The love God gave you is stronger than any fear. It drives fear out, not through fighting but through presence. Where love is, fear retreats.
Today you can rest in this love and let fear lose its grip.
Truth & Application
Truth: Gods perfect love drives out fear. You do not have to fight against fear, love does it. Where you know yourself loved by God, fear loses its grip.
Today practically: If fear comes today, do not fight it, receive love instead. Say: I am loved. Fear has no place.
Question for you: Which fear may be driven out by Gods love today?
Prayer
Father, thank you for your perfect love that drives out fear. Today I receive your love instead of fighting fear. I release anxiety and insecurity. Holy Spirit, fill me with love that is stronger than fear. Amen.