The Bible acknowledges our fear and provides comfort, with Psalm 56 offering David’s example of placing trust in God during moments of fear and anxiety.

The message of 2 Timothy 1:7 remains vital for both young and older leaders, reminding all believers that they are not given a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control.

The writer of Hebrews contrasts the fearful encounter of the Israelites at Mount Sinai with the hope and assurance found in the new kingdom established by Christ, emphasizing the importance of faith in this journey.

Our struggles are often perceived as conflicts with others, but the deeper struggle may be with ourselves and our understanding of God's plan for us.

Fear and fatigue can distort our perceptions, as seen when Jesus calmed his disciples' fears during a storm, emphasizing the reassurance and guidance available through prayer.

Acknowledging personal weaknesses and yielding to the Holy Spirit fosters genuine transformation and empowers believers to effect meaningful change in their communities.

With God even mountains can be moved.

When we walk in unity with God’s purposes and are led by the Holy Spirit, we know God is with us and around us and will not allow anyone intent on disrupting God’s purposes to defeat them.

“For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.”

The story of Moses and his people investigating the Promised Land is rich in implications for the faith of believers today.

Two storms, the same reaction. And we can identify with the fear the disciples felt.