When Fear Meets Faith

"The LORD is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit."
- Psalm 34:18

We all reach breaking points in life—moments when anxiety, fear, or worry become so overwhelming that we can no longer pretend everything is fine. These rock-bottom moments aren't always dramatic catastrophes; sometimes they're the quiet paralysis of a mind that can't stop racing with worst-case scenarios. In these moments, we often believe the lie that our fear indicates spiritual failure. We think strong Christians shouldn't feel afraid, so we hide our struggles and push down our emotions, hoping they'll disappear if we ignore them long enough. But what if these moments of overwhelming fear aren't signs of failure but invitations to experience God in a deeper way? What if God isn't disappointed by our anxiety but is actually drawing near to us because of it? God doesn't expect us to be fearless. Throughout Scripture, we see faithful followers—David, Elijah, Paul—experiencing deep fear. Their fear didn't disqualify them from God's love or purpose. Instead, it created space for God to demonstrate His faithfulness. Today, if you're struggling with fear or anxiety, don't add shame to your burden. Your fear doesn't push God away—it invites Him closer. The very emotions you're trying to hide might be the doorway to experiencing God's presence in a new way.  

Reflection Question
What fears or anxieties have you been hiding because you thought they made you spiritually weak? How might acknowledging these fears actually create space for God to work in your life?

Fear isn't a contradiction of faith. It's an invitation into real faith. Faith that chooses to trust when feelings don't line up. When God says, do not fear, for I am with you, he's not commanding you to suppress your humanity. He's calling you to remember his sufficiency in your weakness.

Prayer
Father, thank you that you're not disappointed by my fear but draw near to me in it. Help me to stop hiding my anxiety and instead bring it honestly before you. I'm grateful that you meet me in my brokenness, not just in my strength. Amen.

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